TIERRA VERDE - Key Persons
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- Graphic Designer, Promotion, and Marketing of Products
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- Merchant and Seed Producer
Felipe, the youngest member of Tierra Verde, germinates and plants the seeds for the native South American herb, stevia. Stevia leaves are the source of an all-natural, non-caloric sweetener. Once mature, the plant's leaves are dehydrated and processed into a powder, eventually becoming the sugar we use in coffee, tea, and other food.
Isaias specializes in the production of organic fertilizer and honey. The cows on his farm yield waste that is used as organic fertilizer for crops. This organic fertilizer is biodegradable, does not cause environmental pollution, and ensures that the land is fertile for years to come. In addition to fertilizer, Isaias extracts several gallons of honey every week from his colony of beehives.
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- Promoting Home Gardens and Social Development
Olayo has been working with Tierra Verde for 15 years to minimize the devastating effects of deforestation in Guatemala. According to Olayo, the three main steps in reforestation are:
Harvest: It takes 8 days to harvest 50 pounds of seeds.
Cultivate: They are given organic material and sugar, helping the seeds to grow.
Plant: Cultivated seeds are transferred to the forest, where the trees can continue to grow for years to come.
Job Titles:
- Merchant and Producer of Medicinal Plants and Seeds