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Small-scale vegetable farm in the south of Chile

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  • Last activity: 23 Apr 2024

Availability

  2024 

 Min stay requested: at least 3 weeks

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  • Description

    Description

    (Spanish below)
    (English descripcion)

    This is an agroecological agriculture project located in southern Chile, specializing in the production of high-quality seedlings for sale to the general public. Our goal is to offer our customers the opportunity to grow and nourish themselves with delicious, fresh, and distinctive products deeply rooted in local identity. We work tirelessly to increase food biodiversity, improve community health, sustain ecosystems, and strengthen the local economy.

    Our agroecological methods include:
    - Ecological soil management: We implement practices such as green manures, cover cropping, mulching, composting, and the application of mineral and nutrient-rich fertilizers such as fishbone meal, rock phosphate, and seabird guano. Additionally, we use biopreparations such as Bokashi, SuperMagro, compost tea, and comfrey tea.
    - Ecological pest management: We employ various strategies such as anti-aphid mesh, garlic/pepper infusions, mechanical insect control, crop rotation, and companion planting to minimize the impact of pests on our crops.
    - Biointensive agriculture: We utilize techniques such as double digging, close planting, and companion planting to optimize space usage and increase productivity in our garden.

    Although we do not have organic certification, we always welcome visitors to come and learn about our farming methods.

    As for our current projects, for the 2024 season, we are seeking an apprentice to assist with various aspects of our project:
    - Construction of a new multi-purpose greenhouse
    - Preparation of the garden for the winter season
    - Expansion of the garden

    We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is seriously considering the possibility of starting their own project in the future and who wishes to gain experience in managing a small-scale vegetable garden. We are committed to supporting this apprentice in expanding their skills and gaining the confidence necessary to launch their own venture.

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    La es un proyecto de agricultura agroecológica ubicado en el sur de Chile, especializado en la producción de almacigos de alta calidad para la venta al público en general. Nuestro objetivo es ofrecer a nuestros clientes la oportunidad de cultivar y nutrirse con productos deliciosos, frescos y distintivos, arraigados en la identidad local. Trabajamos arduamente para aumentar la biodiversidad alimentaria, mejorar la salud de la comunidad, sostener los ecosistemas y fortalecer la economía local.

    Nuestros métodos agroecológicos incluyen:
    - Manejo ecológico del suelo: Implementamos prácticas como abonos verdes, cobertura, mulch, compostaje y aplicación de abonos ricos en minerales y nutrientes como harina de hueso de pescado, roca fosfórica y guano rojo. Además, utilizamos biopreparados como Bokashi, SuperMagro, té de compost y té de consuelda.
    - Manejo ecológico de plagas: Utilizamos diversas estrategias como mallas antiáfido, infusiones de ajo/ají, control mecánico de insectos, rotación y asociación de cultivos para minimizar el impacto de las plagas en nuestros cultivos.
    - Agricultura biointensiva: Empleamos técnicas como la doble excavación, siembra cercana y asociación de plantas para optimizar el uso del espacio y aumentar la productividad de nuestro huerto.

    Aunque no contamos con certificación ecológica, siempre estamos abiertos a que las personas nos visiten y conozcan nuestros métodos de cultivo.

    En cuanto a nuestros proyectos actuales, para la temporada 2024, estamos buscando un/a practicante para colaborar en diversos aspectos de nuestro proyecto:
    - Construccion de un nuevo invernadero de uso múltiple
    - Preparacion del huerto para la temporada de invierno
    - Expansion del huerto

    Buscamos a una persona altamente motivada que esté considerando seriamente la posibilidad de emprender su propio proyecto en el futuro y que desee adquirir experiencia en el manejo de una huerta a pequeña escala. Nos comprometemos a apoyar a este/a practicante en la ampliación de sus habilidades y en la confianza necesaria para lanzar su propio emprendimiento.

  • Types of help and learning opportunities

    Types of help and learning opportunities

    Help with Eco Projects
    Gardening
    DIY and building projects
    Farmstay help
    General Maintenance
  • UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN sustainability goals this host is trying to achieve

    UN goals
    No poverty
    Zero hunger
    Good health and well-being
    Quality education
    Gender equality
    Clean water and sanitation
    Affordable and clean energy
    Decent work and economic growth
    Industries, innovation and infrastructure
    Reduce inequality
    Sustainable cities and communities
    Responsible consumption and production
    Climate action
    Life below water
    Life on land
    Peace, justice and strong institutions
    Partnerships for the goals
  • Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    Cultural exchange and learning opportunities

    You'll have the opportunity to see how a small farm functions within the context of our unique region. We are language lovers and you'll have daily opportunities to practice your Spanish.

    Tendrás la oportunidad de ver como funciona una granja de producción de hortalizas finas en nuestra región. Somos amantes de los idiomas y compartiremos las idiosincrasias del español chileno.

  • Projects involving children

    Projects involving children

    This project could involve children. For more information see our guidelines and tips here.

  • Help

    Help

    We’re seeking highly motivated people who are thinking of starting their own project in the future and want to gain experience in the management of a small-scale vegetable operation. These folks will be looking to learn from our methods and will also be able to contribute their own perspectives and ideas to our daily tasks. It is our goal to support our apprentices in gaining the skills and confidence necessary to launch their own small farm project.

    Requerimos personas altamente motivadas que ya piensen seriamente en armar su propio proyecto en el futuro y busquen experiencia gestionando el cultivo orgánico de hortalizas en pequeña escala. Buscamos gente que tenga ganas de aprender de nuestros métodos y también de contribuir sus propias perspectivas e ideas. De este modo, tenemos como propósito apoyar a nuestros practicantes ampliar su rango de habilidades y terminar con la confianza de lanzar un nuevo emprendimiento propio.

  • Languages spoken

    English: Fluent
    Spanish: Fluent
    Portuguese: Fluent

  • Accommodation

    Accommodation

    Farm apprentices stay in a cob house with a fully equipped kitchen, living area with woodstove, bedroom with bunkbeds, and bathroom with hot shower. This is a communal space that is the center of our project so you should be comfortable sharing space. We provide groceries (vegetarian) so you can prepare your meals, and of course there is delicious produce from the garden. You can buy a local SIM card and buy a low-cost monthly cell phone/internet plan to use while you're here. There is limited to no internet access on the farm.

    Los practicantes se quedan en una casa de barro con cocina amoblada, sala de estar con combustión lenta, dormitorio con literas y baño con ducha. Esta casita es el nexo de nuestro proyecto y por eso es importante que estás cómodo con la convivencia. Te damos alimentos (vegetarianos) para que prepares tu propia comida, y por supuesto hay verduras ricas de la huerta. Existe la opción de comprar un chip móvil y comprar un plan de internet y teléfono para usar mientras estés aquí.

  • What else ...

    What else ...

    Our project is located about 20 kilometers from Pucón in a spectacular rural area with easy access to hiking trails, hot springs, and rivers for swimming and fishing. Local buses pass by every few hours or you can hitchhike (very common and safe!). Opportunities for adventure in the Pucón area are almost limitless and include climbing Volcano Villarrica, kayaking, whitewater rafting, and hiking in national parks.

    Nuestro proyecto se ubica a aproximadamente 20 kilometros de Pucón en un lugar precioso con acceso a senderos, termas, y ríos. Buses rurales pasan cada par de horas o puedes hacer dedo (muy común y seguro!). Las opciones para la aventura en nuestra área son casi sin límite y incluyen ascensión al volcán Villarrica, kayak, rafting y trekking en los parques nacionales.

  • A little more information

    A little more information

    • Internet access

    • Limited internet access

      Limited internet access

    • We have pets

    • We are smokers

    • Can host families

  • How many Workawayers can stay?

    How many Workawayers can stay?

    Two

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    Hours expected

    Maximum 5 hours a day, 5 days a week

Host ref number: 156933252271

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