Soil ManageMent Longer grass clearing cycles create more organic matter for soil, sequester carbon, save fuel, and reduce erosion.
After carefully observing soil and the surrounding ecosystem, we have implemented a number of practices to begin the long journey to build healthy, biodiverse soil. In 2020, we launched our “500,000 Hardwood Trees” initiative by creating a native hardwood nursery. To date, we’ve planted 4,027 native hardwoods trees around the farm. These trees will serve a number of purposes including shade for farm workers and agroforestry plots, and erosion control.
Mahogany seedlings
Cacao seedlings for agroforestry plot
100-acres of agroforestry bring a mix of cacao trees and native hardwoods such as mahogany and tropical cedar to our farm plan
Vetiver grass planted around reservoir ponds holds soil in place. Vetiver grass roots grow deep, preventing erosion
11 - Silk Grass Farms - Environmental Impact Strategy
Silk Grass Farms - Environmental Impact Strategy - 11
