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We are very proud to announce that our very own Silverhand Estate, the UK’s largest single organic vineyard, has achieved a historic milestone: becoming the first carbon-negative vineyard in the UK, without relying on carbon offsetting. We worked closely with the Farm Carbon Toolkit to measure and report on our carbon-negative status. The findings show that across 2023 the estate achieved an impressive carbon balance of -1.4 tonnes of CO2e, a result of our high levels of carbon sequestration across more than 500 hectares of grapevines, woodland, and grasslands.* Read the full press release below: #Englishwine #carbonnegative #sustainablity #vineyardsofengland

Finca Agua Caliente, located in the Apaneca-Lamatepec mountain range at an altitude of 1,200 meters above sea level, stands out as a leading producer of high-quality, globally renowned coffee varieties. The farm benefits from the region's mountainous terrain and volcanic soil, which provide optimal conditions for coffee cultivation. The natural environment, characterised by a cool climate and layers of shade, creates a perfect microclimate that enhances the development of top-quality coffee. The farm cultivates a range of highly recognised Arabica varieties, including Borbón, Pacas, Sampacho, and their proprietary ABM. Under the meticulous care of J.J. Borja Nathan, each variety is processed with proprietary methods to ensure exceptional quality, making Agua Caliente's coffee esteemed worldwide. The coffee is grown under the shade of native trees and Inga plants, which enrich the soil with nitrogen and create a conducive environment for local fauna. This biodiversity-friendly approach makes Agua Caliente a vital source of oxygen, water production, and a safe habitat for local wildlife. The farm employs eco-friendly methods to protect the plants against pests and diseases, using biological and cultural systems that preserve the environment. The coffee beans are processed at the Agua Caliente mill and undergo careful pulping, fermenting, and washing with pure spring water before being sun or machine-dried. Each batch is meticulously sampled to ensure quality, and the beans are stored with precise humidity levels before export. The unique feature of thermal waters, sourced from hot springs due to volcanic activity, further exemplifies the farm's distinctive and environmentally harmonious practices. #KeynoteCoffee #SpecialtyCoffeeAtScale

A Smithsonian’s report highlights how climate change, corporate influence, and soaring demand put Mexico’s mezcal industry at a crossroads. As mezcal producers strive to meet global demand, they must also navigate environmental challenges to protect this beverage’s future. Santa Catarina Minas, a village 25 miles south of Oaxaca City, is known as the “cradle of mezcal,” the region is home to some of the most revered agave distillates in Mexico, with a long history of mezcal production deeply rooted in tradition. At Real Minero, one of the village’s most renowned distilleries, the diversity of agave species growing in their garden reflects the complexity and richness of mezcal. These plants—ranging from the slender cruise to the stout tobalá—imbue mezcal with their distinct flavors, influenced by the dry mountain climate of the region. Matías Domínguez Laso, a consulting biologist at Real Minero, describes their efforts to recreate the agave’s natural environment. “We brought the mountain here to recreate the environment where these agaves grow in the wild,” he told The Smithsonian during a property tour. As mezcal gains global recognition, production has skyrocketed by 700% over the last decade. However, this explosive growth is not without its problems. Climate change, corporate pressures, and environmental degradation threaten the existence of mezcal as we know it. At the heart of this issue lies the question: Can mezcal distillers balance sustainability with increasing global demand? The process of making mezcal has changed little over the centuries. Agave plants are harvested, slow-roasted in underground pits, crushed by stone wheels, and fermented in large wooden barrels before being distilled into the final spirit. This ancient tradition has been passed down through generations in regions like Santa Catarina Minas, where mezcal is as much a cultural product as it is an economic one. Graciela Ángeles Carreño, a fourth-generation mezcalera, runs Real Minero after her father’s passing in 2016. ] “We’re losing what made Oaxaca different from other regions—our focus on traditions, culture,” Ángeles Carreño told The Smithsonian. As demand for mezcal grows, so does the temptation to abandon time-honored practices in favor of more industrialized production. Many distilleries now rely on genetically identical espadín agave clones to meet the market’s voracious appetite for mezcal. This raises concerns about the long-term sustainability of mezcal production and its environmental impact on Oaxaca’s delicate ecosystem.

World Coconut Day: What Are Some Unique Facts About Coconuts? #WorldCoconutDay #WorldCoconutDay2024

They say the best tea starts from the ground up. But in Sri Lanka's tea industry, that ground needs our help. In a previous post, I talked about the urgent need for replanting and the financial challenges our farmers face. But there's a deeper story here – one that's written in the very soil beneath our feet. Let's talk about a crucial step in preparing our tea lands for a new generation: Deep Forking. ❓ Here's what deep forking means and why it's so important: Imagine workers out in the fields, not just scratching the surface but really digging deep, loosening the soil to a full 18-24 inches. It's tough, physical work. But after nearly 150 years of continuous tea cultivation, our land is no longer "virgin." Factors like nutrient depletion, soil erosion, and compaction have taken their toll, impacting the quality and yield of our tea. That is why rehabilitation is crucial. They use specialized forks to break up the compacted earth, carefully removing old roots, up to pencil thick, and stones. This creates a welcoming environment for young roots to penetrate deep and establish a strong foundation. ❌The Challenge: Honestly, it's incredibly labor-intensive. Every stage of tea cultivation requires a skilled human touch, and finding that skilled labor is becoming a real challenge. 🌱 The Outcome: But the results are worth it. This deep forking creates the perfect environment for strong roots and healthy tea bushes. We follow this up with planting cover crops like Guatemala or Mana grass to further enrich the soil. We truly believe in the long-lasting value of Ceylon Tea, and for us, that starts with respecting the land. It's also about respecting our workers, the backbone of this whole operation. But, let me be honest, we can't do it alone. What are your thoughts on balancing the demanding nature of tea cultivation with the need for sustainable practices? #CeylonTea #DeepForking #Tea #SriLanka #SustainableAgriculture #LaborOfLove #Replanting

What is the key to the growing environment of #organictea ❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓❓ <The growing environment of organic tea is very superior.> 1. Climatic conditions: Yunnan has a subtropical climate, with hot and humid summers, cold and dry winters, and an average annual temperature between 15-22 degrees Celsius. This climatic condition is very favourable to the growth of large-leaved tea trees. 2. Altitude: Most of the tea plantations in Yunnan are located in the mountainous areas at an altitude of 1000-2500 metres above sea level, and some of them even reach 3000 metres above sea level. The high altitude has favourable temperature, sufficient rainfall and moderate sunshine hours, all of which help the growth of tea trees. 3. Soil conditions: Yunnan's topography is diverse, with different soil types, but most of the tea plantation areas have more acidic, well-drained soils, rich in organic matter and minerals, which are suitable for the growth of tea trees. 4. Rainfall: Yunnan's rainfall is relatively abundant, with many tea plantation areas receiving more than 1,000mm of rainfall annually, providing ample water for tea trees. 5. Ecological environment: Yunnan is located in the transition zone between southern subtropical and southeastern subtropical, with rich species resources and ecological environment. This provides good natural conditions for the growth of tea trees. Vigorously promote organic tea without pesticide and chemical fertiliser residues, to raise awareness of health, try to avoid or reduce the hazards of various additives to our lives and health, this is our new tea people's mission, but also the needs of our consumers. #tea #teaknowledge #teaculture #organictea #Yunnan #teagarden #tealovers #teatrees #teafarmer #teatime #teaceremony #Chinesetea #tealife #cha

Discover the Amazing Arrow Bamboo! 🌿 Meet Pseudosasa japonica, also known as Arrow Bamboo or Green Onion Bamboo! This special type of bamboo is super cool for a few reasons: 1. Strong and Thin: Its stalks (called culms) are really thin but very strong and straight. In old Japan, people used these stalks to make arrows for fighting because they were so sturdy. 2. Grows Anywhere: This bamboo can grow even in poor soil, which makes it a tough and adaptable plant. 3. Pollination: Arrow Bamboo has both male and female parts, and it gets help from the wind to make new plants. So, if you need a bamboo that's both thin and strong, Arrow Bamboo is a great choice! #amwoodo #natureinspired #ArrowBamboo #GreenOnionBamboo #BambooFacts #NatureLovers #PlantScience #JapaneseBamboo #StrongBamboo #EvergreenPlants #BambooLife #BotanyForKids #EcoFriendly #SustainableLiving #GardeningFun #PlantPower #BambooFacts

Curumim da Amazônia: The Rebirth of Rosewood – Sustainability and Innovation In 2024, Curumim da Amazônia remains committed to the preservation and cultivation of Aniba rosaeodora (Rosewood). After facing challenges posed by bureaucracy, our distillation industry will soon be operational, ready to meet the highest standards of quality and traceability, with full compliance with municipal, state, federal, and international regulations. We are prepared to offer 100% pure Rosewood essential oil, rich in linalool, sourced from planted, tracked, and certified trees. With the necessary documentation, including Sinaflor, CITES, and Sisgen, we ensure that every product is of legitimate origin and truly Amazonian. 2024 Mission: To plant 30,000 new Rosewood trees, contributing to the rebirth of this vital species for the Amazon’s biodiversity. We are excited about the journey ahead and invite you to join us in this transformation, alongside a company that prioritizes sustainability, environmental responsibility, and the preservation of local culture. Our products will soon be available, bringing the best of the Amazon to the world. #Sustainability #Amazon #Rosewood #EssentialOil #CurumimDaAmazônia #EnvironmentalResponsibility #Innovation #Biodiversity

The Best Honey🍯 is Not Produced by Us. It is By Nature🐝🌳 Our honey is honestly harvested from the authentic forest of Indonesian Bangka Island. In this reel we especially share with you the real process of harvesting forest honey from our very perspective. The sound of nature orchestrating eardrums, added with the buzzing beat Apis Dorsata🐝 bees. This is the music🎵 which never stops lightening up our spirits in the forest🌳wilderness. Look at the height of the trees🌳 that our harvesting team climbed. It is definitely not something to miss out. Just like people the higher you go, the more risks you go through, the better understanding you get. The parallel analogy to honey is the higher the position of the beehive🐝, the better quality of the honey🍯. Surely accompanied by the huge risk in the process of harvesting it. We are aware and care for nature's perseverance, we always leave 20-30% of the hive for regrowth, and we pay attention to the safety of our team. All that we do to provide the most natural honey to help people get the benefits that can be gotten only in 100% Pure Forest🍯Honey. We provide raw forest honey as a first-hand supplier. The best quality is not made by us, it is made by nature itself. We help customers by harvesting, filtering, and packing the honey so that they don't have to dive into the forest and risk lives climbing tall trees to get the benefits of forest honey. Pure forest🍯honey doesn't expire over time. In fact, just like wine, it grows more benefits by the time you keep it. Whenever you place your order, we are always ready to serve you by providing the real natural forest honey. Contact us for inquiry, order, and free consultation 📩Info@aurorabasilika.com #foresthoney #honey #honeysupply #indonesianhoney #asianhoney #exporthoney #honeyexport #organichoney #purehoney #honneysupplier #indonesianforest #realhoney #rawhoney #wildbeehive #multiflorahoney #flowerhoney #honeyharvest #honeycomb #exportcommodity #umkm #ukm #inaexport #inacraft #bali

🌿 Embrace the Future of Eco-Friendly Burial with Setas Mushrooms! 🌿 As today is Memorial Day, have you ever considered how your final resting place can leave a lasting positive impact on our planet? At Setas Mushrooms, we are revolutionizing how we approach burial practices with our Living Coffins. 🪴 What is a Living Coffin? Our living coffins are crafted from mycelium, the root structure of mushrooms. Mycelium is nature’s recycler, breaking down organic matter and enriching the soil. This means that when you choose a living coffin, you are directly contributing to the regeneration of the earth. 💚 Why Choose a Living Coffin? Eco-Friendly: Unlike traditional coffins that can take decades to decompose, mycelium-based coffins biodegrade in just a few years, returning nutrients to the soil. Sustainable: Made from natural materials, our coffins are a zero-waste solution, promoting a sustainable and circular economy. Legacy of Life: By opting for a living coffin, you’re not just being buried; you’re becoming a part of a new life cycle, fostering new growth and supporting biodiversity. 🔄 A Gentle Return to Nature Imagine your final resting place becoming a lush, thriving ecosystem. With Setas Mushrooms' living coffins, you can ensure that your legacy is one of renewal and life. 🔔 Join the Conversation! We want to hear from you! How do you feel about making your final resting place a gift to nature? Share your thoughts, questions, and comments below. Let’s engage in a meaningful conversation about sustainable and innovative burial practices. 📢 Spread the Word! Help us spread the word about this groundbreaking innovation by liking, sharing, and commenting on this post. Together, we can make a difference! #EcoFriendly #SustainableLiving #GreenBurial #LivingCoffin #SetasMushrooms #Innovation #EnvironmentalImpact #FutureOfBurial