The Past & Future of WWOOF and the Federation of WWOOF Organizations (FoWO)
Original article by WWOOF Canada WWOOF’s Founder, Sue Coppard (Photo: Sue Coppard) In 1971, a London, England secretary named Sue Coppard had the idea of inviting herself and others to stay and volunteer on an organic farm as a way of getting out into the...
WWOOF experience at Eden’s Door, Tobago
by Zoe Gowers and Tom Grace; via WWOOF Independents For five weeks between October and November, Zoe and Tom visited a WWOOF site in Tobago. Their experience was not only about farming, but also about immersing themselves in the island’s cuisine, culture, and...
Ways to support your local farmers in 2026!
A very happy New Year to our WWOOF community! Don’t mind us planting a few seeds for your New Year’s plans. We encourage you to make this year’s resolutions meaningful by connecting with local farmers. Whether it’s shopping directly from farmers, advocating on their...