Miel en Madroño: A Community Beekeeping Initiative

Miel en Madroño is a community beekeeping project developed by Mamoní Valley Preserve and Amigos del Bosque Madroño, with the support of the Ministry of Environment (MiAmbiente) and the Institute for Agricultural Innovation of Panama (IDIAP).

Supporting this initiative in the Valley not only promotes self-sufficiency and sustainable economic development for the Madroño community but also contributes directly to environmental conservation. Sustainable beekeeping encourages pollination, which strengthens local biodiversity and improves agricultural productivity.

This project includes regular training sessions for community members, offering technical knowledge on responsible hive management, honey production, and the essential role of pollinators in healthy ecosystems.

Miel en Madroño aims to become a model for future expansion throughout the Valley, creating opportunities for employment, technical training, and long-term conservation.

Tierra Viva: A Sustainable Community Garden Initiative

Tierra Viva is a sustainable agriculture program led by Mamoní Valley Preserve, designed to strengthen food security, promote self-sufficiency, and build community resilience in the Valley. The program currently serves eight families from La Zahína and one family from La Bonga, who have been given access to designated plots of land to grow vegetables and plantains using sustainable farming practices.

This initiative is supported by strategic partners such as the Ministry of Agricultural Development (MIDA) and Juventud Rural, who provide training and technical assistance. MVP also supplies essential resources like organic fertilizer, while coordinating ongoing educational support for participating families.

Through responsible agriculture and community collaboration, Tierra Viva aims to empower local families, enhance nutrition, and foster knowledge-sharing. The program is envisioned as a long-term model for community development—one that connects people to the land while nurturing a healthier, more self-reliant future.