How do we minimize our environmental impact

Our actions are directed towards an efficient use of resources to guarantee a minimum environmental impact. Our waste material is managed through recycling and decomposing programs, our water use is controlled through state of the art irrigation systems to ensure effective use, and our soil is being enriched to guarantee the biotic life of our earth is only improved.

Reducing Solid Waste

100% of our vegetative waste is recycled by producing compost and vermicompost, which is later used as an effective natural fertilizer which improves the texture and quality of the soil. Of our plastic containters, 89% are recycled and the remaining 11% is incinerated.

Reforestation efforts

Before the land was acquired by Rosaprima, it was used as grazing land for cattle, and was left with hardly any trees. Today, 20% of the farm area has been reforested with native trees and plants, contributing to maintaining some of the original biological diversity of the region. Since its inception, Rosaprima has planted over 10,000 trees on its site, many of which are native trees, which prevent soil erosion.

Integrated Pest Control

A combination of modern and traditional techniques are used to ensure the best quality treatment of our plants. For example, in order to capture insects, we use sticking tape throughout the greenhouses, which is a natural solution to limit the damage done by small insects.

Reducing Water Usage

Water usage is one of the most important environmental issues in commercial crops. We are a leader in the use of the latest and most effective technology for irrigation.  Rosaprima has invested important sums into state of the art irrigation systems and methods that drastically reduce water usage.  In 2008 alone Rosaprima saved enough water for a town of 10.000 people for four years compared to furrow irrigation, which is still used in many farms in Ecuador and Colombia.

Soil Management and Fertilization

Before building our greenhouses, we carefully mix the existing soil with organic matter. Once in production, we measure the levels of nitrates to ensure zero contamination of aquifers. Furthermore, we fertilize with extracts from organic waste produced on site, which minimizes the need for chemicals. After nearly 15 years of agriculture, our land is actually healthier and has more organic matter than when it was being used for cattle grazing.