Pai Seedlings Foundation

Awesome place to be if you want peace and harmony from the party Pai scenes. Amazing what the owner did to make the place a perma-culture farming and sustainable living. Definitely we will be back again!!

I had the opportunity to intern at Pai Seedlings Foundation, and it was a deeply enriching experience for me as a student in agriculture. My time there exposed me to organic farming practices, permaculture principles, and holistic approaches to sustainable agriculture, which helped me see farming beyond just production and more as a balanced, living system. Moreover, I learned a lot about sustainable farming practices, while also helping me understand the role of community-oriented agricultural work. Lyse and Damien were very supportive and generous with their knowledge along with other international volunteers. They encouraged discussion, hands-on learning, and critical thinking, making the internship both practical and reflective. The environment was welcoming and purpose-driven, and I always felt that learning and sustainability were at the core of everything they did. This internship strengthened my appreciation for organic agriculture and reinforced my commitment to pursuing a career in sustainable and community-oriented farming. I’m very grateful for the experience and would highly recommend Pai Seedlings Foundation to students and anyone interested in permaculture and sustainable agriculture. To make it short, I felt very welcome during my time in Pai.

Visiting Seedlings in Pai was a beautiful and meaningful experience. It was inspiring to learn about their work supporting local farmers, organic agriculture, and regenerative farming practices in northern Thailand. You can really feel the positive impact they’re having on families, land, and communities. During our visit, we planted seeds, watered flowers, harvested papayas, and worked together in a very hands-on and joyful way. It felt simple, playful, and deeply grounding. Moona and Lyse guided us through the farm and shared clearly and generously about the project, its vision, and how it supports farmers across the region. It’s inspiring to connect with others who share similar values; regenerating land, cooperating with nature, and living in alignment with the earth, and to experience how this actions can contribute to a healthier future. We also shared a lovely meal, connected with other visitors, and felt very welcomed by the team. Seedlings doesn’t just run a farm, they help farmers sell their products at local markets and support farm stays in the Pai area as well. I also visited one of the farm stays and highly recommend that too. Thank you guys :D