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Ancestral Organics shows the world that it is possible to be a business, make a profit, and support local communities and ecosystems at the same time.

Today, Trapiche Lucerna’s dedication to the development of innovative and inclusive production systems distinguishes it from others in the sugar industry. It is a bright example of regenerative agriculture in action.

Sugarcane contains alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs) like glycolic acid—a natural exfoliant that increases cell turnover that, with the help of antioxidants, flavonoids, and phenolic compounds, gently helps to brighten and even out the skin.

“Peaceful Opportunities - Rural Women” (Oportunidades Pacíficas - Mujeres Rurales), is supported by the Korea International Cooperation Agency (KOICA), as well as the UN’s World Food Programme (WFP). This holistic approach to empowerment supports women to build secure livelihoods as agents of change, leadership, and transformation in their communities.

On the slopes of the Andes, in the heart of the coffee region, family-run Anabana soursop producer is pioneering the future. 

Agriculture entrepreneurs on the northern coast of Colombia have realized great success growing and exporting bananas and plantains through the years. One of them is Los Martillos Farm.