Peru is the third-largest country in South America by area, after Brazil and Argentina. Its natural environment is highly diverse and varied—but also highly endangered. With our current tree planting project, we are supporting the forest areas of the Puerto Inca province. The project aims to restore the soils and forests by planting them partly with long-lasting crop layers and partly with native cacao.
Our partner, One Tree Planted, will continuously document and evaluate the development and growth. Permanent Monitoring Plots (PPMs) will be established two months after planting to monitor plant survival and replace dead plants.
The reforestation will enable the restoration of 120 hectares of forest deforested by shifting cultivation and livestock farming. The area's primary forests are home to approximately 500 tree species and 15 palm species, including about 40 different valuable wood species. In terms of wildlife, the area is home to over 600 vertebrate species whose habitats are currently threatened.
Our tree-planting project also benefits the community. By employing 2,600 workers throughout the project, from seedling production to final planting in the field, the community's economy is boosted. Capacity building is provided through training workshops involving women and young people. Furthermore, cocoa farming provides a sustainable source of income from the third year onwards.
Have you tried the TreeTracker on our website? There you can enter your order number and see where your trees are being planted.
