AVENA BOTANICALS

AVENA BOTANICALS HERBAL EXTRACTS

AVENA BOTANICALS MAINE

The Farm is located near beautiful Rockport, Maine. These incredible gardens produce some of the most amazing plants and herbal remedies in the world. The soil is nourished and special care is given to support local pollinators like hummingbirds and bees.

AVENA BOTANICALS

Avena Botanicals is the first Demeter-certified biodynamic farm in Maine.

Biodynamic agriculture is a holistic and spiritually alive system of organic and ecological practices and philosophies based on the teachings of Dr. Rudolf Steiner. One of the core beliefs and practices of biodynamics is to help heal the Earth.

Since their inception in 1985, they have used no synthetic ingreidents, additives, or solvents of any kind in their herbal products or farming practices. Their on-site production facility only uses 100% biodegradable cleaning supplies.

HERBAL EXTRACTS MADE BY HAND

Unlike most mass produced herbal products, Avena Botanicals are produced by people, not machines.

From seed to bottle every step of the process is done by people. These herbal tinctures are produced in the traditional way that herbalists have always done, respecting the knowledge that nature has given.

Avena Botanicals values simplicity and the traditional ways of hand-crafting herbal products. They use simple tabletop tools instead of large, mechanized machines and they do not mass-manufacture.

Over five hundred pounds of fresh, hand-gathered herbs come into Avena's apothecary annually and are thoughtfully prepared into herbal tinctures, elixirs, glycerites, and oils. Over 70% of these herbs come directly from Avena's Demeter Certified Biodynamic gardens. Their herbs are fresh, aromatic, sweet, bitter, pungent, and beautiful.

Despite the modern world's technological advances, many people around our planet remain unhappy and disconnected from nature. Avena's peaceful gardens, retreats, and hand-crafted herbal products assist people seeking to live in harmony with nature and with the spirit that connects all living beings.

AVENA BOTANICALS IS A POLLINATOR SANCTUARY

Avena's gardens have been purposefully planted with protective hedgerows and flowering plants that offer nectar and pollen to dozens of pollinators.

Shimmering ruby-throated hummingbirds and various butterflies, honey bees and native bees fill their gardens with an array of colors, sounds, and personalities. The presence of pollinators fills hearts with joy and gratitude.

Avena's gardens are open to the public for a few select events each year. They are a peaceful sanctuary for people (and pollinators) to enjoy, learn in, and experience the gifts of nature. They host a handful of herb walks, classes, and retreats each summer, often accompanied by refreshing botanical sun tea.

AVENA BOTANICALS BIODYNAMIC FARM

Avena Botanicals is the first Demeter Certified Biodynamic farm in Maine. Biodynamic agriculture is a holistic and spiritually alive system of organic and ecological practices and philosophies based on the teachings of Dr. Rudolf Steiner. One of the core beliefs and practices of Biodynamic agriculture is to help heal the Earth.

Their hand-gathered herbs come into Avena's drying rooms and are immediately weighed and laid onto large screens. Most of these herbs are grown in Avena's three-acre gardens. They also collect a few herbs from nearby islands and meadows.

This holistic and spiritually alive system of organic agriculture enlivens the soil, water, and plants along with the soul, spirit, and consciousness of humans. Biodynamic preparations and practices create herbal products that can benefit body, mind, and spirit and connect individuals to the source of their sustenance.

HERBAL EXTRACTS THAT ARE FREE OF CONTAMINANTS

Because Avena Botanicals grows and produces their own raw materials and products, you can be sure they are free of common adulterants, harmful solvents (acetone, hexane, ethylene dichloride), and high levels of heavy metals found in many herbal supplements.