Farm from a Box

Farm from a Box Building food independence with clean technology & regenerative farming

Farm from a Box is a clean-tech-powered infrastructure for community-based local food production. As an off-grid, modular farm system, we help strengthen local and regional food systems by providing the technology needed to help small and medium-scale enterprises flourish with high-quality outdoor crops. Farm from a Box is designed as a plug and play infrastructure that provides independent solar

power, water efficient drip irrigation, cold storage, Wi-Fi connectivity, and a data platform that can optimize efficiencies and provide remote support. Built from a modified shipping container, our Smart Farm system comes equipped with all the core hardware and software needed to grow healthy, high-quality crops with clean technology. Rather than repeating history and trying to grow more by adding more, this technology can help us grow more efficiently at the community-level while conserving resources, increasing reliable quality crop production, and reducing impacts on the environment.

Revolutionizing sustainable farming, one delivery at a time 🌱🚚 Farm from a Box's turnkey infrastructure is a game-change...
02/28/2023

Revolutionizing sustainable farming, one delivery at a time 🌱🚚 Farm from a Box's turnkey infrastructure is a game-changer for farmers looking to transition to sustainable food production. With everything you need, from solar panels to irrigation systems, delivered directly to your farm, the set-up process is seamless and efficient.

Our innovative solution not only jumpstarts sustainable food production but also reduces carbon emissions, conserves water, and promotes biodiversity. Together, we can create a healthier and more sustainable food system. 🌍🌿

Farm goals: the International Rescue Committee's New Roots Farm in West SacramentoThis small-scale, regenerative, divers...
02/26/2023

Farm goals: the International Rescue Committee's New Roots Farm in West Sacramento

This small-scale, regenerative, diversified farm is proof that big things can come in small packages! 🌱

From up here, it's clear to see that sustainable farming practices not only benefit the environment but also create a beautiful, healthy ecosystem where plants, animals, and people thrive. We're proud to support local farms like this one and their commitment to a greener future. 🌿🚜

From fossil fuel to a sustainable future πŸŒ±πŸ’‘ Farm from a Box is leading the way in the transition away from on-farm fossi...
02/25/2023

From fossil fuel to a sustainable future πŸŒ±πŸ’‘ Farm from a Box is leading the way in the transition away from on-farm fossil fuel use, helping farmers reduce their environmental impact and embrace a cleaner and more efficient energy solution. With their solar-powered systems, farms can have reliable access to electricity and reduce their carbon footprint at the same time. It's time to turn a new leaf in sustainable farming, and Farm from a Box is making it possible. πŸŒžπŸ”‹

Powering up the harvest! 🌱⚑ Farm from a Box's solar energy capture and storage system not only helps farms reduce their ...
02/24/2023

Powering up the harvest! 🌱⚑ Farm from a Box's solar energy capture and storage system not only helps farms reduce their carbon footprint but also provides reliable power for auxiliary needs like heating high tunnels. Rebel Earth Farms is one of many farms benefiting from sustainable and efficient energy solutions. πŸŒžπŸ”‹

Staple crops are the foundation of our food system and provide the essential nutrients we need for a healthy diet. These...
02/22/2023

Staple crops are the foundation of our food system and provide the essential nutrients we need for a healthy diet. These crops, such as wheat, rice, and maize, are grown in large quantities and are a key source of food for many people around the world.

However, it's crucial to ensure sustainable and reliable local production of staple crops to ensure food security and promote sustainable agriculture. When we rely on imported crops, we are at risk of supply chain disruptions, price spikes, and quality control issues. By supporting local farmers and investing in sustainable farming practices, we can ensure a stable and secure supply of staple crops for our communities.

This is why we've designed Farm from a Box to be crop agnostic - to support the growth of vital staple crops alongside other nutrient-dense and culturally-affirming fruits, vegetables, and plant proteins.

Our friend Ram has taught us a lot about what togetherness looks like. From years of working with farmers from many diff...
02/21/2023

Our friend Ram has taught us a lot about what togetherness looks like. From years of working with farmers from many different countries and cultures, Ram has come to believe that diversity, and the exponential learning opportunities it offers, makes us better farmers - and better people.

Spring is just around the corner, and with Farm from a Box's all-in-one infrastructure, you can kick off your growing se...
02/20/2023

Spring is just around the corner, and with Farm from a Box's all-in-one infrastructure, you can kick off your growing season right! Whether you're a seasoned farmer or just starting out, our customizable solution provides everything you need to grow fresh produce and take advantage of the new season.

As the effects of climate change intensify, farms must receive the infrastructural support they need to maintain their r...
02/18/2023

As the effects of climate change intensify, farms must receive the infrastructural support they need to maintain their reliable and high-quality production.

Clean technology like Farm from a Box plays a key role in creating resilient and sustainable agricultural systems that can withstand climate shocks.

This infrastructural support also contributes to achieving the such as and . Let's work together to make it happen!

This Saturday, January 28th, is World CO2 Emissions Reduction Day, an international day of recognition and action set by...
01/26/2023

This Saturday, January 28th, is World CO2 Emissions Reduction Day, an international day of recognition and action set by the United Nations. In order to keep global warming to no more than 1.5Β°C – as called for in the Paris Agreement – emissions need to be reduced by 45% by 2030 and reach Net Zero by 2050.

But what role do emissions play in agriculture, and why is it important?

On-farm fossil fuel use isn’t the only factor contributing to carbon emissions from our agri-food systems. Other sources include:

πŸ„ livestock
🌲 deforestation
🚜 soil disturbance and erosion
🍎 food waste
🚚 food transportation

By enhancing regenerative farming methods, localizing food chains, and reducing waste, Farm from a Box provides a critical solution in each of these areas, too.

Learn how:

How we're helping to reduce our food system's carbon emissions with more than just solar panels.

It’s not too late to reach net zero emissions, but we need a swift and complete transformation of how we produce and con...
01/11/2023

It’s not too late to reach net zero emissions, but we need a swift and complete transformation of how we produce and consume across sectors - and our food system has a big role to play.

From irrigation pumps to cold storage, traditional farm infrastructure uses high rates of fossil fuels, releasing billions of tons of carbon dioxide annually.

With our all-in-one renewably powered infrastructure, Farm from a Box makes reducing your farm's Scope 1 emissions simple.

Our CEO and Founding Partner, Brandi DeCarli, joined Western Growers's Voices of the Valley podcast to discuss the dynam...
01/05/2023

Our CEO and Founding Partner, Brandi DeCarli, joined Western Growers's Voices of the Valley podcast to discuss the dynamic and sustainable future of agriculture.

What an energizing start to the new year!



Brandi DeCarli, CEO and Founding Partner of Farm from a Box, joins Dennis Donohue and Candace Wilson to discuss the dynamic and sustainable future of agriculture. A listening experience that’s the perfect start to the new year, DeCarli shares a palpable excitement for the coming years in ag, and s...

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