Learn about permaculture, animals, gardening and homemade food in rural Minas Gerais, Brazil

Detalhes

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  Descrição

  We are Guilherme, Erica, and little Lis, a family that decided to turn theory into practice. After years of leading financial consulting for multinationals, we chose to live differently - to create an agroecological project that is economically viable, environmentally regenerative, and socially inclusive. 🌳The Land: Our Canvas of Transformation Our 10-hectare land is located in the Mantiqueira region, in the small and peaceful town of Córrego do Bom Jesus.The Essence of the Project: More than Agriculture is not just a farm - it is a living laboratory that practically tests three pillars:
  
  Intelligent Production
  
  Diverse planting with strategic rotation.
  Integrated animal husbandry.
  Artisan production with added value.
  Accommodation that finances regeneration.
  
  Continuous Learning
  
  Each activity is an opportunity for teaching:
  
  Mistakes become case studies.
  Successes become replicable methodologies.
  Processes are documented for scalability.
  
  Measurable Impact
  
  We monitor everything:
  
  Financial return per activity.
  Soil regeneration (periodic analyses).
  Recovered biodiversity.
  Shared knowledge.
  
  The People: Our Essential Team in the main house, we live:
  Guilherme - Strategist by training, farmer by conviction. He brings a systemic view from the corporate world to the field.
  Erica - Administrator of the farm and baker with numerous courses in 100% sourdough baking.
  Lis - At just 1 year old, she is taking her first steps.
  Our dynamic is professional yet human:
  Weekly meetings for operational planning.
  A system of clear responsibilities.
  A culture of constructive feedback.
  Balance between work and living together.
  Our Animals: Partners in the SystemOur animals are not "resources" - they are strategic components of the ecosystem:
  
  Birds
  
  Free-range chickens in a mobile system (fertilizing while grazing).
  Ducks for biological control of snails.
  
  Ruminants
  
  Goats for vegetation management.
  A cow for grazing and manure use.
  
  Pollinators
  
  Native and European bees for ecosystem services.
  
  We believe in a model where the agricultural organism allows for minimal external inputs.
  Our Eclectic Activities
  We have many activities that make the site very eclectic. Some of the main activities include:
  Raising goats, birds, and a cow.
  Planting coffee, vegetables, bananas, and blackberries on a larger scale, along with many other items on a smaller scale.
  Artisan production of jams, goat and cow cheeses, baking, smoked products, and infused cachaças, among other products.
  Accommodation for visitors.
  We plant a lot, have a nursery, and enjoy multiplying plants.
  The Workawayers will stay in private accommodation with a bathroom and exclusive kitchen, very close to our house. We will have all meals together, taking the time for interactions and exchanging experiences.We love to cook, plant, listen to good music, enjoy a campfire, take waterfall baths, watch the wonderful sunset from our deck, and have great conversations.
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  Nós somos Guilherme, Erica e a pequena Lis, uma família que decidiu transformar teoria em prática. Após anos liderando consultoria financeira para multinacionais, escolhemos viver diferente - criar um projeto agroecológico que seja economicamente viável, ambientalmente regenerativo e socialmente inclusivo.🌳 O Terreno: Nossa Tela de Transformação Nosso terreno de 10 hectares está localizado na Mantiqueira Mineira, na pequena e pacata cidade de córrego do Bom Jesus.
  
  A Essência do Projeto: Mais que Agricultura, não é apenas uma fazenda - é um laboratório vivo que testa na prática três pilares:
  
  1. Produção Inteligente
  Plantio diversificado com rotação estratégica.
  Criação de animais em sistemas integrados
  Produção artesanal com valor agregado
  Hospedagem que financia a regeneração
  
  2. Aprendizado Contínuo
  Cada atividade é uma oportunidade de ensino:
  Erros viram estudos de caso
  Sucessos viram metodologias replicáveis
  Processos são documentados para escalabilidade
  
  3. Impacto MensurávelL
  Monitoramos tudo:
  Retorno financeiro por atividade
  Regeneração do solo (análises periódicas)
  Biodiversidade recuperada
  Conhecimento compartilhado
  
  As Pessoas: Nossa Equipe Essencial
  
  Na casa principal vivemos:
  Guilherme - Estrategista por formação, agricultor por convicção. Traz visão sistêmica do mundo corporativo para o campo.
  Erica - Administradora e Padeira com inúmeros cursos em panificação 100% levain
  Lis - Ainda com 1 ano de idade, está dando os primeiros passos
  
  Nossa dinâmica é profissional mas humana:
  Reuniões semanais para planejamento operacional
  Sistema de responsabilidades claras
  Cultura de feedback construtivo
  Equilíbrio entre trabalho e convivência
  
  Nossos Animais: Parceiros no Sistema
  
  Nossos animais não são "recursos" - são componentes estratégicos do ecossistema:
  
  Aves
  Galinhas caipiras em sistema móvel (fertilizam enquanto pastejam)
  Patos para controle biológico de caramujos
  
  Ruminantes
  Cabras para manejo de vegetação
  Vaca para pastejo e uso do esterco
  
  Polinizadores
  Abelhas nativas e europeias para serviço ecossistêmico
  
  Acreditamos num modelo em que o organismo agrícola permita o mínimo de insumo externo.
  
  Temos muitas atividades que fazem o sítio muito eclético. algumas das principais atividades:
  - criação de cabras, aves e vaca
  - plantio de café, horta, banana e amora em maior escala...muitos outros itens em baixa escala
  - produção artesanal de geléias, queijos de cabra e vaca, panificação, defumados, cachaças maceradas, dentre outros produtos
  - hospedagem para visitantes
  - Plantamos muito, temos viveiro e gostamos de multiplicar as plantas
  
  Os Workawayers ficarão em acomodação provada, com banheiro e cozinha exclusiva, muito próxima a nossa casa Vamos fazer todas refeições juntos, aproveitando o momento para interações e troca de experiências
  
  Amamos cozinhar, plantar, ouvir boa musica, curtir uma fogueira, tomar banho de cachoeira, assistir do deck o nosso maravilhoso por do sol, e jogar conversa fora.

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  Tipos de ajuda e oportunidades de aprendizado

  Ajuda em projetos ambientais

  Jardinagem geral

  Projetos DIY criativos

  Ajuda em fazenda

  Criar/cozinhar refeições caseiras

  Ajuda a cuidar da casa

  Manutenção geral
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  Interesses

  

  Sustentabilidade

  

  Fazenda

  

  Cuidar de plantas

  

  Jardinagem

  

  Culinária e comida

  

  Astronomia

  

  Animais

  

  Praia

  

  Atividades ao ar livre

  

  Caminhada

  

  Montanhas
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  Oportunidades de intercâmbio cultural e aprendizado

  We have a small agroecological farm and guesthouse, so daily life naturally creates opportunities for cultural exchange. Volunteers usually share meals, work together outdoors, and spend time talking in the evenings. We often cook together, exchange recipes, and occasionally visit nearby towns or local markets so volunteers can experience rural Brazilian life and meet people from the community.
  
  We are happy to share practical knowledge about life in the countryside: gardening, small-scale farming, caring for animals, and making simple homemade foods such as cheese and jam. Volunteers can also learn about Brazilian culture, food traditions, and the rhythm of life in a rural area.
  
  At the same time, hosting people from different countries is a great opportunity for us to learn. We enjoy hearing about different cultures, languages, and ways of living. Volunteers often bring new ideas, recipes, perspectives, and skills, which makes the experience richer for everyone involved.
  
  The goal is to create a relaxed environment where people can collaborate, learn from each other, and experience a genuine slice of rural life in Brazil.

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  Ajuda

  Gardening and planting
  Helping with the vegetable garden, planting crops, watering plants, blackberry plantation pruning, and basic garden maintenance.
  
  Animal care
  Feeding animals, cleaning small shelters, and helping with daily routines on the farm.
  
  General maintenance
  Simple repairs, organizing tools, painting small areas, and helping keep the property in good condition.
  
  Cleaning and organization
  Helping keep shared spaces clean and organized, especially areas used by guests.
  
  Outdoor work
  Activities such as clearing paths, moving materials, helping with small construction projects, or assisting with land maintenance.
  
  Creative or digital help (optional)
  Taking photos, helping with social media, or contributing ideas to improve the guest experience.
  
  Cooking
  Preparing simple meals for our group and occasionally cooking together using local ingredients.
  
  Homemade food (cheese and jam)
  Helping with the preparation of homemade cheese and jam recipes, learning and sharing traditional methods.

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  Idiomas

  Idiomas
  Inglês: Fluente
  Português: Fluente
  Espanhol: Intermediário

  Este anfitrião oferece intercâmbio de idiomas
  It will be a pleasure to learn more about other languages and teach a little of Portuguese
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  Acomodação

  Volunteers stay in cozy and comfortable private room accommodation within the property. The space is quiet and surrounded by nature, offering a peaceful rural environment. The bathroom with hot shower is also private.
  
  The house has common areas where everyone can relax, cook, and spend time together. Volunteers also have access to outdoor spaces such as gardens, open areas of the farm, and places to rest and enjoy the landscape.
  
  We provide three meals a day, and we prefer to prepare and enjoy them together whenever possible. However, due to work and other commitments, we may not always be able to share meals. In those cases, everyone is welcome to use the kitchen and prepare their own food.

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  Algo mais...

  It is important for volunteers to be proactive and responsible during their stay. Life on a farm can be dynamic, and sometimes we may be busy with other activities, so it is important that volunteers feel comfortable continuing the agreed tasks with a reasonable level of autonomy.
  
  We appreciate people who are disciplined with the activities that are planned, organized with their time, and able to take initiative when needed.
  
  Another important aspect is cooking and daily life in the house. Occasionally, when we are occupied, volunteers may need to prepare simple meals for themselves or for the group. For this reason, it helps if you are comfortable in the kitchen.
  
  At the same time, we want volunteers to feel at home. The kitchen is open, and you are welcome to use it whenever you need. Preparing your own food, sharing meals, and exchanging recipes is part of the experience.
  
  Overall, the best fit for the farm is someone who enjoys rural life, collaboration, and can balance independence with teamwork.

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  Mais alguns detalhes

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    Acesso à internet

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    Acesso à internet limitado

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    Temos mascotes

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    Somos fumantes

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    Pode hospedar famílias

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  Pode hospedar nômades digitais

  Este anfitrião indicou que adora hospedar nômades digitais.

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  Espaço para estacionar campervans

  Este anfitrião pode fornecer espaço para vans.

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  Pode aceitar animais

  We have our own pets on the property, and volunteers should be comfortable around animals. Other pets are welcome, but only if they are friendly and sociable, as the farm environment requires harmony among all animals.

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  Quantos Workawayers pode acomodar?

  2

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  Meus animais / animais de estimação

  Coalhada (4 anos)

  10 kg

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