ECOLIBRIUM, LATEST NEWS FROM THE FARM

We’ve launched the new Ecolibrium video. It presents how the idea for the Association was born and shows the structuring of our regenerative learning center. The content explains our proposal to create a sustainability hub with permaculture, agroforestry, and natural building practices.

The video also shows how Ecolibrium aims to support communities and ecosystems by offering training, research, and practical experiences that strengthen the transition to lifestyles aligned with nature.

The editing was done by Giordano Rush and Camilla Baumann. The footage was captured by Miki Mikucki and complemented by recordings from volunteers who passed through Eco Caminhos over the years. The video also features a special appearance by Ilona Szabó de Carvalho, advisor to Ecolibrium Association.

We took the farm’s current group for an experience at Araçá Project, located within the RPPN Alto da Figueira in Macaé de Cima, Nova Friburgo, RJ, a site focused on research, species mapping, and Atlantic Rainforest conservation.

Volunteers and visitors explored trails, observed fauna and flora species, and learned about the research and mapping work done on-site. This was an excellent opportunity to connect theory and practice in the forest. We thank Yan Ramos, General Manager of Araçá, for the incredible hospitality and partnership.

Flute Workshop (Giordano, Switzerland): Bamboo flute construction: techniques, tool use, and first steps to playing.

Treasure Hunt & Mapping (Rens Zijderveld, Netherlands): Rens presented species that compose our agroforestry systems and led a photo hunt; clue by clue, participants identified plants and learned their functions in the ecosystem.

 Theory of Change (Florian & Lorena): Workshop to clarify social impact: problems to address, planned actions, and expected results by Ecolibrium Association. A very important tool for aligning strategy and practice.

With guidance from Niko Smith, we produced a new batch of Bokashi, a Japanese fermented fertilizer rich in effective microorganisms.

The process strengthens the soil, improves plant nutrition, and increases biological activity, fortifies roots, and reduces pests. The working party was practical and educational: everyone got their hands dirty.