Family farm
Magallanes
We are a diverse family (5 at the moment, Benjamin, Mateo , Dani, Nahuel, and Caro) that live in a 1 hectare organic farm in Rio Seco, a coastal location nearby the city of Punta Arenas, Chile. We grow all sorts of vegetables in greenhouses and outdoors; considering the high latitude and harsh (but lovely) weather conditions we live in. We also raise animals such as pigs, or a cow depending on the season, about 60 chickens, and ducks, plus two dogs and two cats!
We produce our own organic fertilizers, which is the main core of our farm fertility, and manage pest control with ecological and low environmental impact technologies. Our main goal as a farm is to contribute to our local food sovereignty through the ways of agroecology, sharing experiences, and learning from each other, together with practicing a healthier lifestyle.
Organic methods: Compost, bokashi, biopreparados, control biológico, biodiversidad, rotación de cultivos.
Certifications: No existe un agente de certificación local en Magallanes
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Learning opportunities
Vegetable farming
Fruit or nut farming
Grain farming
Sheep or goat farming
Seed saving or production
Meat processing
Vegetable or fruit preservation
Bakery
Traditional crafts
Food justice / sovereignty
Methods or systems
Biological pest control
Holistic management
Host type
Self-sufficiency property
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Benjamín
Member since 2021
Languages spoken:
English, Spanish
Response rate: 100%
Response time: typically within 3 days
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Reviews
Emile
France
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March 2025
This was a very complete experience : the work in the farm was varied (seeding, harvesting, repairing fences...) ; and Benjamin made us visit many amazing places in the surroundings (a skeletton museum for example). I can only recommand!
Zane
New Zealand
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March 2025
My partner and I had the best time at Ben's farm! We did not expect WWOOFing to be the highlight of our trip through South America. We felt welcomed by Ben, his friends and family from the moment we arrived. The work was varied and interesting, and we can safely say we learnt alot, particularly about the principles of organic farming and how Ben applies this in his own project. We loved the sense of community we felt while working on the farm, it was refreshing having come from the big smoke of Santiago.
Thanks Ben for the experience, it was a blast!
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Joel
Liechtenstein
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January 2025
It was an incredible time at Benjamín's farm. I felt right at home. I was immediately integrated into the family and friends. I was able to learn a lot from Benjamín. It was a wonderful experience, thank you so much for everything!
Rosa
United Kingdom
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December 2024
This was my first wwoofing experience, and I'm not sure how it could be topped!
This was such a precious time. I loved every moment on Benjamín's farm. He fully welcomed us into his home and life, sharing stories and introducing us to family and friends. We weeded and harvested, learnt about the organic fertiliser (Bokashi), spent time with Benjamín's family and friends, learnt gaucho card games and shared meals and recipes everyday.
Benjamín also shared a lot about his support of national parks, conservation, and education across a range of projects.
I couldn't recommend this experience enough!! I only wish I stayed longer. I can't wait to visit again.
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Jackson
United States
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December 2024
My month on the farm was nothing short of incredible! The farm and the people create such an amazing space for living, working, and creating. I can’t give the hosts enough praise and gratitude :)
Philipp
Germany
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May 2024
I had a very nice time with Benjamin and Finn! I helped harvesting strawberries, different varietys of potatoes, red currents and a lot of beautyful trouts. Moreover, they gave me a museum tour in a museum with impressive skeletons of whales.
Thank you for everything
