European Care Farming Initiative

The European Care Farming Initiative promotes the use of farms as therapeutic environments where people, often with physical, mental, or social challenges, can engage in farming activities. These care farms integrate agriculture with health and social services, providing a supportive setting that encourages recovery, social inclusion, and well-being. The initiative fosters collaboration among healthcare providers, farmers, and communities across Europe, emphasizing sustainable, community-based approaches to health and social care while highlighting the therapeutic benefits of working with nature and animals.