Unleashing the potential of Brazil nut oil cosmetics: Insights from Peru

The Amazonian alternative to argan oil that keeps forests standing, and communities earning By Agustín Nervi “It is gentle on the skin and hair, and its varied uses make it very similar to argan oil, though a lot less pricey” says a 25-year old European woman that recently discovered Brazil nut oil in a hipster […]

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A look into the diverse indigenous enterprises working in Colombia’s tropical forests

  This article by Chris Meyer was originally published by the Environmental Defense Fund   Amazon indigenous communities have made huge strides in the last two decades to secure legal recognition for their ancestral lands – territories which play a major role in efforts to conserve rainforests and stabilize the global climate. But there is still […]

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Eating Brazilian Biodiversity – The Right Way

By Gabriela Albuja and Jacob Olander   Jabuticaba, camu-camu, and mangaba are native Brazilian fruits with at least three times the Vitamin C found in exotic species like oranges, bananas and papayas. And yet Brazilians consume much, much more of the latter. While Brazil is home to more than 2,500 native fruit species, only açai […]

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Direct Trade Travel Grants For Businesses That Benefit Tropical Forests and Communities in Latin America

Environmental Defense Fund – Forest Trends – Canopy Bridge – EcoDecision Accelerating Inclusion and Mitigating Emissions Program   International trade in responsibly-sourced natural products can contribute to protecting tropical forests and improving local livelihoods. When well-managed and connected to the right buyers, crops like cocoa a and coffee and a host of non-timber forest products […]

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Camino Verde: el lado luminoso de la fuerza del mercado

  By Iván Ulchur-Rota Conocí a Robin Van Loon por Skype después de algunos intentos por conversar. Yo vivo en Quito, él estaba en Uganda y las diferencias horarias dificultaban que concretáramos una reunión. “¿Qué haces en un lugar tan lejano?” Le pregunté cuando al fin nos teníamos cara a cara. Después de todo,  había […]

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Macambo – A Rainforest Superfood to Watch

  By Jacob Olander Chocolate may be heavenly, but macambo seeds – from a cousin of the cacao tree – may be the most exciting rainforest superfood that you’ve never heard of. Macambo packs a hefty dose of protein, fiber and antioxidants into a delicious, crunchy nut-like package. Theobroma literally means “food of the gods,” […]

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Covering More Ground: The State of Sustainable Markets 2017

  By Gabriela Albuja As global consumption of goods increases so does the demand for products that meet standards for sustainability. In fact, the market for certified products is growing faster than markets for conventional commodities. This is one of the key findings from The State of Sustainable Markets 2017 from the International Trade Centre […]

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The fierce roots of flavor

  By Jacob Olander On the table of Amaz, an award-winning restaurant in Lima, with a natural-meets-urban-sophistication vibe, a small bowl of dark dipping sauce and crispy cassava-flour tortillas (casabe) is brought to the table before the meal proper begins. The sauce is a rich, slightly tangy surprise that fills the mouth with flavor. For […]

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La vainilla tan valiosa como la plata, ¿oportunidad para agricultores?

  Por Jacob Olander El precio de la vainilla ha alcanzado un máximo histórico. Con precios de US$550-600 el quilo de vainas de vainilla, esta preciada especia tiene mayor valor, libra por libra, que la plata. Una restricción global de la oferta está poniendo presión en empresas que dependen de este ingrediente – y está […]

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With vanilla as valuable as silver, opportunities for farmers?

  By Jacob Olander The price of vanilla beans is at a record high. With prices hitting $550-600 per kilogram of black vanilla beans, this precious spice is now worth more, pound-for-pound, than silver. A global supply crunch is putting pressure on companies that rely on the ingredient – and creating new potential opportunities for […]

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