Puerto Carreño,
Colombia
Hidden away in eastern Colombia, the remote Vichada department is home to vast tropical grasslands. In the heart of these plains lies La Paz farm, some 90km south-west of the main city of Puerto Carreño. At La Paz farm, 12Tree has partnered with a local landowner and operator to transform this land into a thriving and productive ecosystem over the long term.
A 35-strong team works and lives on the farm. The local farm operator provides training and opportunities for career progression. Wages are twice the local minimum. Our workers also benefit from free healthy food and on-site accommodation. Making it a working environment where everyone can thrive.
The farm is an important biodiversity corridor connecting the surrounding natural habitats. A study conducted by WWF in 2014 recorded 645 different animal species, including jaguars – a great indicator of a thriving fauna. Conservation efforts are also under way to protect local springs and streams.