Four native communities allied with Green Gold Forestry Perú (GGF) took center stage at Expo Amazónica 2025, held in the Tarapoto region, where they presented products that reflect their ancestral knowledge, cultural identity, and commitment to the conservation of Amazonian forests.
From October 2 to 6, GGF accompanied the communities of Huitoto de Fortaleza, Santa María de Loreto, and Chambira, located in the Napo River basin, and the Villa Monte Alegre community, located in the Marañón River basin. During the fair, the representatives showcased and sold emblematic products from their territories — such as fariña, charapita chili, and chambira handicrafts — all produced through traditional and sustainable practices that promote the responsible use of natural resources.
“We are very happy to be at the fair, meeting so many people who come to see our work. I’m grateful for the opportunity to showcase the product, the pride, and the talent of the 23 women artisans who work with chambira and natural dyes,” said María Victoria Capillo, representative of the Villa Monte Alegre native community.
The participation of these communities helped generate sales and visibility opportunities, strengthening their skills in commercial management, product presentation, and connection with new national and international markets interested in Amazonian products.
“For us, being here is an achievement. It encourages us to keep fighting for the well-being of our community and gives us a boost for our economy. I’m grateful that our product, fariña, is becoming known,” said Carmencita Shihuango, representative of the Santa María de Loreto community.
In addition, several representatives had the opportunity to participate in the business roundtables organized by Promperú, where they presented their products to potential international buyers, and attended thematic panels aimed at strengthening their knowledge and inspiring new opportunities for their communities.
“I’m happy because one woman became interested in my product and told me she will take it to another country. The dream of the artisans is that one day we can export our products,” added María Victoria Capillo, representative of the Villa Monte Alegre native community.
For several years, GGF has been promoting productive projects with communities neighboring its forest concessions and carbon projects, fostering local economic development and forest conservation through a management model that integrates responsible forest management and social inclusion.
“Our neighboring communities are our allies, and our commitment is to accompany them in building a sustainable economy based on respect for nature and the strengthening of their productive capacities,” stated Raúl Dancé, representative of GGF.
Expo Amazónica 2025 was consolidated as a key space for showcasing the cultural richness and productive potential of the Peruvian Amazon, bringing together hundreds of producers, entrepreneurs, institutions, and visitors from across the country.
The participation of native communities alongside Green Gold Forestry reaffirms that sustainable development and forest conservation are possible when working hand in hand with the people who inhabit and protect the Amazon.
GGF will continue working together with Amazonian communities to promote a development model that values forest resources, strengthens the bioeconomy, and contributes to building a sustainable future for the communities of the Peruvian Amazon.
