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South African MD, Stephen Robins, founded the Pelindaba Lavender Farm in Friday Harbor, Washington. A premier grower of lavender plants, distiller of lavender essential oils and handcrafter of lavender-based products, the Farm is located in a beautiful park-like setting that is always open for wandering or picnicking, educational tours and exhibits.
In the 1990s, while still living in Laguna Beach, CA. Robins founded Communicore, a medical communications organization focused on accelerating the adoption of new technologies enhancing healthcare delivery after practicing both internal and family medicine in London, Hong Kong and Singapore.
Robins has literally been led from one step to another to discover the secrets of the beautiful, fragrant and versatile Lavender plant. Pelindaba is a model for sustainable agriculture business opportunities and is spreading its influence to other communities off island.