Nama Urban Farm

Cultivating Food. Empowering Communities. Sustaining the Future.

Our Story:

Freshness as it is.

Derived from the Japanese word "Nama" (meaning fresh or as it is), we began during the pandemic as a mission to bring sustainability and agriculture into the heart of the city. Today, we are an urban agriculture social enterprise that transforms underused urban spaces into thriving, climate-smart green hubs. By leveraging indoor farming techniques and collaborating with local partner farms, we now supply over 150 restaurants, hotels, and culinary schools across Metro Manila. Beyond the harvest, we empower displaced mothers through agricultural training, helping them gain leadership skills and a seat at the table in local food advocacy.

Our Promise:

Dear Chefs and Partners, thank you for trusting Nama Urban Farm. Our promise is simple: we grow only naturally, ensuring every stem is hand-grown with care using environmentally friendly methods. We are dedicated to supporting the farm-to-table movement by providing premium produce that reflects the passion and values of how it was grown. We hope you enjoy our harvest as much as we enjoyed growing it for you.

Vision:

To revolutionize regenerative agriculture by transforming unused urban spaces into smart, productive farms — empowering mothers to grow fresh, high-quality, premium crops through innovative farming techniques.

Mission:

We grow more than just crops—we grow community. Through innovative urban farming, educational empowerment, and advocacy rooted in care, we cultivate fresh, sustainable produce while nurturing deep connections to food, people, and the planet. By uplifting mothers as leaders and inspiring mindful eating, we sow the seeds of a healthier, more connected future for all.

We cultivate not only high-quality crops but deep roots in the community by:

	Using smart-farming techniques to grow fresh & sustainable urban produce
	Supporting mothers as leaders in local food advocacy & nutrition
	Creating educational campaigns that empower families with food & sustainability
	Inspiring mindful & meaningful connections with what we eat.

Our Values:

S

Shared Success

We thrive when our customers, partners, and communities do. By nurturing lasting relationships, we make premium produce a win for all.

U

Unwavering Integrity

We act with honesty and transparency from soil to shelf — because trust is the foundation of good food and good business.

P

Purposeful Innovation

We pride ourselves on nurturing unused spaces into climate-smart indoor farms.

E

Empowerment of People

Through C.A.R.E. (Courteous, Altruistic, Reliable, Entrepreneurial) values formation, we uplift mothers by giving them space to learn and become leaders of their own.

R

Respect for Food

We honor every seed, every harvest, and every table it reaches — growing with care to preserve freshness, flavor, and cultural meaning.

The People Who Bring Nama to Life

Events Attended:

The Sprout Project

The Chefs in Progress (CHIP) student organization hosted "The Sprout Project," a talk for students and educators highlighting the modern realities of Filipino farmers and encouraging participants to actively support their morale and industry.

MARASA

A dynamic festival celebrating the Philippines' culinary heritage through a sensory experience of traditional and contemporary dishes, live demonstrations, and cultural performances.

Ki Ni Naru

A five-month research training program that encourages high school students to explore the world with curiosity and depth, staying true to its Japanese name meaning "to be curious.

Arise Plus Ye!

Boost Accelerator Cohort 3 concluded in mid-2024, successfully preparing 12 youth-led Filipino startups for international expansion through a 14-week program supported by the EU and ITC.\

Youth Social Innovation Lab

A three-month incubation program that equips climate-focused entrepreneurs with mentorship, training, and resources to build impactful businesses that benefit communities, economies, and the environment.

Tech Planter

Supports early-stage Southeast Asian startups and researchers by providing pitching opportunities and Demo Days that bridge local deep-tech solutions with Japanese corporate investment and mentorship.

Makesense Academy 8

An intensive six-month incubation program that equips idea-stage social innovators with tailored mentoring, training, and resources to pilot their projects and maximize community impact.