Ecology

In our commitment to ecological conservation and sustainable practices, we prioritize working with native species in all our projects. Native species are those that have evolved and adapted to specific environmental conditions over thousands of years, making them crucial to maintaining the balance and health of local ecosystems. By emphasizing their use, we not only promote biodiversity but also reduce the risks associated with introducing invasive species that can disrupt local habitats.

Permaculture is a holistic approach to agriculture and social design principles centered around simulating or directly utilizing the patterns and resilient features observed in natural ecosystems. Food forests are a prime example of permaculture in action. Unlike conventional farming methods, food forests aim to create a diverse and self-sustaining system that mimics a natural forest ecosystem. They include multiple layers of vegetation, from tall canopy trees to smaller understory plants, all chosen to complement and support each other. This complexity encourages beneficial relationships between plants and animals, enhancing soil fertility, pest control, and overall resilience.

  • Permacrulture
  • Food forestry
  • Syntropic agroforestry

Daily Nutritional Requirements

Macronutrients

  1. Calories: 2000-2500 kcal/day for women; 2500-3000 kcal/day for men
  2. Proteins: 46-56 grams/day
  3. Carbohydrates: 130 grams/day minimum
  4. Fats: 70-100 grams/day
    • Saturated fats: Less than 10% of total caloric intake
    • Trans fats: As low as possible

Micronutrients

  1. Fiber: 25 grams/day for women; 38 grams/day for men
  2. Calcium: 1000 mg/day
  3. Iron: 8 mg/day for men; 18 mg/day for women
  4. Magnesium: 400 mg/day for men; 310 mg/day for women
  5. Phosphorus: 700 mg/day
  6. Potassium: 4700 mg/day
  7. Sodium: Less than 2300 mg/day
  8. Zinc: 11 mg/day for men; 8 mg/day for women
  9. Copper: 900 µg/day
  10. Manganese: 2.3 mg/day for men; 1.8 mg/day for women
  11. Selenium: 55 µg/day

Vitamins

  1. Vitamin A: 900 µg/day for men; 700 µg/day for women
  2. Vitamin C: 90 mg/day for men; 75 mg/day for women
  3. Vitamin D: 600 IU/day
  4. Vitamin E: 15 mg/day
  5. Vitamin K: 120 µg/day for men; 90 µg/day for women
  6. Vitamin B1 (Thiamine): 1.2 mg/day for men; 1.1 mg/day for women
  7. Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin): 1.3 mg/day for men; 1.1 mg/day for women
  8. Vitamin B3 (Niacin): 16 mg/day for men; 14 mg/day for women
  9. Vitamin B6: 1.3 mg/day
  10. Vitamin B9 (Folate): 400 µg/day
  11. Vitamin B12: 2.4 µg/day