Dear Eco Caminhos community,
March was a month of meaningful connections, new partnerships, and hands-on learning at Eco Caminhos. From international collaborations to community celebrations and new paths on the farm, it was a time of growth, joy, and shared experiences.
Visit of FUNIMA to Our Ecological Farm and Interview with Bart
Last month, we had a special visit from FUNIMA INTERNATIONAL , an Italian NGO that works to combat poverty and environmental challenges, with a strong focus on youth and vulnerable communities, while also promoting sustainability and inclusion.
Over the course of two days, they took part in our activities and experienced firsthand our permaculture farm in Brazil, including our agroforestry systems and sustainable practices. By the end of their visit, they were truly impressed by the farm and the way permaculture is applied at Eco Caminhos.
In addition, they invited our founder, Bart, for an interview (which will be published soon), and we are currently exploring opportunities for future partnerships.
International Sustainable Initiative at Our Eco Farm
In March, we also had the pleasure of taking part in an international reforestation initiative. In partnership with Planting on Demand, a non-governmental organization from the Netherlands, and 1 Click Impact, we planted 100 fruit trees, contributing both to environmental restoration and local sustainability.
As part of this collaboration, we hosted a live session in which Bart introduced the work of Eco Caminhos and demonstrated the planting process in our agroforestry system. This included soil preparation techniques, the use of banana tree trunks to enrich the soil, and other sustainable practices.
Research Program Volunteer Opens a New Trail at Our Permaculture Farm
March wrapped up the summer and opened new paths.
A volunteer from the Netherlands, Rens Zijderveld, who joined our Research Program, needed access to an area next to Ecolibrium for his research. So, with the help of an English volunteer couple (Bryn and Eleanor), he decided to open a trail to make access easier.
The trail connects SAF 5 to Ecolibrium, passing through an area of primary Atlantic Forest. And the opening was a success! He definitely left his mark here at Eco Caminhos.
Volunteers Celebrate Their Birthdays at Our Eco Farm
This was a month full of celebrations at our eco farm!
We celebrated the birthdays of Hellen, Rodrigo, and Vanessa with lots of karaoke, delicious food, games, and great vibes. It was a special moment of connection, joy, and sharing among everyone.
Eco Caminhos wishes them lots of success, happiness, and fulfillment. May their paths be brighter every day!
From Farm to Table Sustainability:
Pamonha Cake Workshop
We had a delicious pamonha cake workshop, where Hellen taught us every step of the process from preparing fresh corn to the final recipe.
The experience was light and fun, full of exchanges, laughter, and of course, amazing flavors. We even had a mini dance class during the food preparation! In the end, everyone got to enjoy the results and take a bit of this traditional knowledge with them.
We wrapped up March feeling grateful and fulfilled.
With new experiences, more visibility and meaningful achievements, it was a month of widening horizons, connection, and new paths.
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