Trudie Styler Instagram – @rainforest_fund is pleased to announce the support of a new project with @institutoraoni. The Amazon is one of the richest and most biodiverse ecosystems on the planet. It continues to face extreme challenges from exploitation and deforestation. The Raoni Institute’s purpose is to protect their own indigenous territories and in so doing are instrumental in establishing sustainable income generating opportunities, harnessing the rainforests’ potential, without harm. This community based programme for the Mẽbêngôkre (Kayapó people) will increase the capacity of their Tonka bean (Cumaru seed) harvest. The seeds come from a native Brazilian flowering teak tree, known for its therapeutic properties as an anti-inflammatory, an essential oil in cooking and as a valuable ingredient in the cosmetic industry. By harvest completion in October, the Kayapo need to increase their capacity by ten fold, selling 500 kilo bundles of seeds, if they are to be competitive in local commercial markets. This funding will help them build the structure they need to do this. We are excited to play our part, since the Kayapo have been long standing friends and allies for more than 30 years. #rainforestfund #InstitutoRaoni #amazonrainforest
Photographer: Simone Giovine / Kayapo – cumaru seed production. | Posted on 27/Aug/2024 22:45:29
