Hammiyala Collective
A wilderness collective in the heart of Coorg
100 acres in the Western Ghats. 45 minutes from Madikeri. Where conservation and ownership converge.
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Hammiyala Collective
100 acres in the Western Ghats. 45 minutes from Madikeri. Where conservation and ownership converge.
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Our Vision
The Western Ghats are one of the ten biodiversity hotspots of the world. A significant portion of this biodiversity exists outside protected areas, amidst intensively cultivated farms and plantations.
Wilderness collectives may very well be the answer — plantations or farms that function like forest systems, encouraging biodiversity to thrive without compromising estate viability.
Proven Track Record
Water Saved
NPK Saved
Water per kg Coffee
Poomaale 1.0
We launched Poomaale 1.0 with an ambitious vision to blend a viable coffee plantation with a tropical forest ecosystem. Over the last three years, we have introduced forest-friendly plantation activities and built homes that blend seamlessly into the landscape.
Each home uses zero electricity for heating and pumping needs. The wildly grown coffee is now available under our forest-friendly produce brand Bewild. The estate is abundant with mammals, birds, and reptiles.
Hammiyala Estate
Hammiyala Estate emerged from the collective desire of people who wanted to participate in a wilderness collective in Coorg. Located near Madhopura, this beautiful coffee estate spans over 100 acres and features a perennial stream.
Its proximity to the Pushpagiri ranges makes it an ideal location for a wilderness collective. Building on Poomaale 1.0's success, Hammiyala introduces a fresh perspective on ownership.
100+
Acres
50%
Forest Preserve
45 min
From Madikeri
The Estate
The estate was historically a functioning coffee plantation, completely irrigated and conventionally run. We are reimagining this as a food forest where the existing plantation forms one of the many layers.
The estate encompasses two hillocks, a perennial stream, and many natural springs and monsoon nullahs. We plan to revive the land by promoting forest-friendly methods to grow medicinal herbs and spices.
Transforming land into a thriving ecosystem
Forest-integrated homes that tread lightly
Decisions that benefit community and ecosystem
Safe corridors for elephants and otters
Founding Circle
This journey requires patient capital and long-term thinking. We are looking for partners who understand that the greatest returns come from what we give back to the earth.
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