The Farms | Meet The Modern Farmers

We’ve spent 10 years helping people discover real pink salt

The Farms is a family-run supplier of pure pink Himalayan salt, sourced from the Khewra Salt Mine and delivered in wholesale and bulk quantities to grocery stores, distributors, restaurants, and farms across the US

Our story

It all started with one question: “What’s pink salt?”

When we started The Farms, most people had never heard of pink Himalayan salt. They didn’t know what it was, where it came from, or why anyone would choose it over the plain white salt they’d used their whole lives.

So we went out and told people about it, one conversation at a time. We filled small pouches with salt and went from store to store, introducing ourselves to owners and managers and asking if they’d give it a spot up front where customers could see it. Some said yes and many said no, but we kept showing up. We also set up tasting tables, handed out samples at local events, and talked to anyone willing to listen.

We explained that our salt comes from the Khewra Salt Mine in the Salt Range of Punjab, one of the oldest and largest salt mines in the world, where it formed naturally over millions of years. We also explained why it’s different from ordinary table salt. Some days it felt like we were the only people in the room who cared about salt.

Then one day, someone called us back.

They had tried our sample, liked it, and gone home to read more about pink salt online. When they reached out, they wanted more, and it wasn’t long before they were ordering regularly.

That call showed us that people would keep buying once they actually tried the salt and understood it.

 

Where we are today

Those first pouches and store visits grew into something we’re proud of. Today our salt is sold through grocery stores, wholesalers, farmers markets, and local markets. It’s on the shelves of more than 35 stores across New Jersey and Philadelphia, reaches 400+ retail partners, and is available on Walmart Marketplace.

We’re still a family business, and we haven’t stopped educating people about pink salt. Every bag still comes from Khewra, and every order is handled by people who care about this salt and stand behind what we ship.

By the numbers

15 years of trust, in numbers

Years in business
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Stores across NJ & Philadelphia
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Retail partners nationwide
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Walmart Market Place Seller

What we stand for

Four things we don't compromise on

Naturally sourced

No dyes, no fillers, no shortcuts on quality — on the wholesale side, that means authentic Himalayan salt from source. In consulting, it means honest advice without upsells.

Consistent Quality

Every batch is checked for color, grain size, and purity, so your customers get the same salt every time they buy.

Honest Pricing

Whether you’re a small farmers market stall or a large distributor, you get our best price, and every business gets the same fair treatment. The price we quote is the price you pay, with no hidden fees, surprise charges, or fine print. We want you to keep ordering from us because you trust us, not because you’re stuck with us.

Real People, Real Service

When you call us, you talk to the people who pack and ship your order, not a call center. Quotes go out within one business day.

Who We Work With

Grocery & specialty stores

shelf-ready packs your customers will reorder

Wholesalers & distributors

bulk bags and pallet quantities

Private label brands

bulk salt ready for your own packaging

Restaurants & caterers

fine and coarse grades for the kitchen

Farms & feed stores

natural mineral licks for livestock

Farmers markets & local vendors

smaller wholesale quantities to get started

Get in touch

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions about The Farms

The Farms was founded in 2011 with a vision to make natural, organic food ingredients accessible to everyone — not treated as a premium out of reach for ordinary families. Founder Anas Shaikh started the company as an online marketplace in Pakistan for small, independent producers of natural and organic goods, before expanding into the United States with Pink Himalayan salt as the flagship product.

The Farms was founded by Anas Shaikh, a business consultant, certified AgriBusiness trainer, and FMCG/CPG specialist with 10+ years of experience across US and GCC markets. He drew on hands-on experience growing wheat, vegetables, and fruits on farmland and in his own home to launch The Farms, and today also leads the company’s consulting practice helping other CPG brands enter the US market.

The Farms is headquartered in Cypress, Texas, with wholesale distribution and retail operations focused on the US East Coast. There is no public storefront — all orders are placed through our website, by phone, or by email. Our products are sold across all 50 US states, on Walmart Marketplace, and in physical grocery stores throughout the East Coast.

The Farms operates two connected businesses:

  • Wholesale and bulk supply of premium pink Himalayan salt (fine and coarse grades) to retailers, distributors, specialty food stores, and private label brands across the US.
  • Business consulting, FMCG/CPG advisory, and certified AgriBusiness training led by Anas Shaikh for food brand founders entering the US and GCC markets.

The Farms began as an online marketplace in Pakistan showcasing natural and organic goods from small, independent producers. The company’s most notable early milestone was being the first to introduce USDA-certified organic whole wheat flour to the Pakistani market. The company later expanded into the United States with pink Himalayan salt as its flagship product.

After establishing itself as an organic marketplace in Pakistan, The Farms expanded into the United States with a single flagship ingredient: pink Himalayan salt. Despite entering a crowded, competitive category, The Farms earned market share through product quality, consistent supply, and the trust of retailers, wholesalers, and consumers. Today, The Farms’ pink Himalayan salt products are sold on Walmart Marketplace and in physical grocery stores throughout the US East Coast.

All The Farms pink Himalayan salt is sourced directly from the Khewra Salt Mine region in Pakistan — the authentic origin of pink Himalayan salt and the world’s second-largest salt mine. Documentation of origin, Certificates of Analysis, and third-party lab testing results are available on request for all wholesale buyers.

The Farms serves wholesale customers across all 50 US states, with the strongest retail footprint in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, and the broader US East Coast. Our products are available online, on Walmart Marketplace, and in physical grocery stores. Consulting and training clients are served across the US and the GCC region (Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman), with international engagements handled on a case-by-case basis.

Yes. The Farms’ pink Himalayan salt products are food-grade certified and third-party lab tested. Kosher and Halal certifications are available on request, along with Certificates of Analysis (COA), SDS documentation, and origin verification for every lot. Our wholesale operation serves 400+ retail partners nationwide and is trusted by retailers across the US East Coast.

You can reach The Farms through any of the following:

  • Phone: +1 (856) 938-8994 (Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM CST)
  • Wholesale inquiries: sales@the-farms.com
  • Consulting inquiries:  info@the-farms.com
  • Contact form: the-farms.com/contact-us

We respond to every inquiry within one business day.

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