The first harvest of our sustainable farming project is in! In accordance with our goal, we completed the process all the way through to the distribution of potatoes to the families who contributed their work.
On our own, at the beginning of April 2020, we cleaned and removed stones, bushes of thorns, and other naturally occurring impediments. We removed farmland with local tools that Alicia Kozuch collaborated with purchasing. According to our plan, native families helped us with the planting and harvesting process.
Seeds that Marci Silbert and her kind organization, the Shapiro Foundation, provided to us were transported from the city of Cusco to the fields by truck. We also transported various animal manures on this big truck.
The total number of families who participated in the process was 35. Upon harvest, each family received 3 sacks of potatoes, of about 60 kg each.
The remainder of the potatoes that will be harvested in approximately two to three weeks will be sold on the open market and the profits will be used to purchase new seeds for the next crops.
We received appreciation from every family that we have impacted in this great project and I am extending that appreciation to you all for your support and for helping us to help others with these important funds in these difficult times. We wish you are all safe and happy. Please enjoy the photos of our results!
Ollantaytambo, Peru - January 16, 2021.
Washington Gibaja Tapia
Peru - Path of The Heart Board Member.
