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Why More Workplaces Are Growing Their Own Food with Flex Farms

Fresh food. Healthier teams. A sustainable future. This is the new reality for companies integrating hydroponic technology directly into the workplace.

In a time when employee well-being, purpose-driven culture, and sustainability are at the heart of leading organizations, businesses across the country are turning to the Fork Farms’ Flex Farm™ to transform their corporate wellness programs—one harvest at a time.

Why Corporate Wellness Needs Fresh Ideas

Traditional wellness programs often rely on gym memberships, step challenges, and snack upgrades—but what if your team could grow 25 pounds of fresh, pesticide-free greens and herbs every month right inside your office?

The Flex Farm is a compact hydroponic system designed to bring fresh food access to the spaces where we work, meet, and build community. At just 9 square feet, it’s small in size but massive in impact.

Boost Productivity & Mental Clarity with Better Nutrition

Studies have long shown that access to nutritious food supports cognitive function, mental clarity, and overall productivity. By placing a Flex Farm in your break room, wellness center, or shared workspace, you’re not just offering healthy snacks—you’re investing in your team’s ability to thrive.

Your team can:

Enjoy fresh produce in meals or snacks
Take home leafy greens for their families
Participate in growing and harvesting together

It’s food with purpose—and it brings people together.

Turn Office Corners Into Community Builders

Beyond nourishment, the Flex Farm is a catalyst for employee engagement and company culture. Your staff can rotate “Farm Manager” responsibilities (only 15 minutes of upkeep per week), host team lunches with the harvest, or even donate produce to local food banks or shelters.

These micro-moments of impact cultivate community, purpose, and meaningful connection—something today’s employees value deeply.

Connect to Community & Talent Pipelines

With over 4,000 K–12 Flex Farm partners nationwide, companies can go beyond the walls of their offices and:

Partner with local schools growing their own food
Inspire students with career exposure and mentorship
Support community-focused sustainability and nutrition initiatives

ESG and Sustainability—With Measurable Results

The Flex Farm isn’t just good for people—it’s a powerful tool for meeting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals. Each Flex Farm:

Produces up to 25 lbs of fresh food monthly
Uses 98% less water and land than traditional farming
Requires zero food miles
Reduces packaging waste and CO₂ emissions

That’s real, measurable environmental impact—made visible right in your workplace.

Designed for Your Office. Scaled for Your Goals.

With plug-and-grow simplicity, the Flex Farm fits into nearly any workplace environment:

Only requires a standard outlet and water access
Mobile on casters for easy movement
No prior farming experience needed

It’s also scalable. Whether you want one unit in your break room or an entire Flex Acre™ system across your corporate campus, Fork Farms helps you grow with confidence.