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Organic Farming Program - Costa Rica

  • North America, Costa Rica, Osa Peninsula
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  • Duration : 1 to 24 Weeks

Program Highlights

  • Agriculture and Farming volunteer project in Costa Rica
  • Live with a local family and explore the culture of Costa Rica through them
  • Learn how to farm the local land and crops in the traditional way whilst planning between irregular seasons.

UN’s Sustainable Development Goals:

No Poverty Zero Hunger Climate Action Partnerships to achieve the Goal

This program is ideal for

Volunteers who have some basic knowledge crop plants and farming practices can use their skills to work with small-scale local farmers. Those who are interested in improving soil health, enhancing biodiversity, and promoting sustainable food production. As your tasks will vary based on various factors, you should be open to helping out in any kind of activity that is prioritised while you’re there.

Explore Costa Rica's Organic Farming Program as a Volunteer. Discover the wonders of Costa Rica's organic farming practices as a volunteer in our program. Get hands-on experience in planting, maintaining, and harvesting crops while working closely with our friendly horses. You'll have the opportunity to ride these magnificent creatures regularly. The farm also houses additional animals, such as cows and pigs, providing you with a comprehensive farming experience.

Master the skill of preparing nutritious and delectable meals with the farm's freshly harvested produce, and uncover the intricacies of creating cacao and cheese from the ground up. Our beloved "host mum," Teresa, is a specialist in medicinal plant medicine, and her garden is a treasure trove of vital plants. If you have a basic understanding of Spanish, you can gain invaluable insights into the world of medicinal plants and their various uses from her.

Embark on a fulfilling journey of volunteering and learning in Costa Rica's Organic Farming Program. Join us today!

Ojochal is a very warm and welcoming village in the Puntarenas of Costa Rica. There is plenty to do around the Puntarenas, and the staff of the research center can help you organize activities around Ojochal during your project time. Unfortunately, any extra-curricular activities are not covered by the Green Life Volunteers project fee. Activities may be surfing, paddle boarding, hikes, bird watching, zip lining, visiting Marino Ballena National Park, visiting Manual Antonio National Park, and much more. You can also visit other cities nearby Ojochal. You may visit Dominical or Uvita, which are popular for their beaches. There will be several volunteers and interns at the research center at the same time, often they form groups to do some weekend activities together. Or you may decide that you would like to venture off on your own - either way, the staff members of the research center will be there to help you to get things set up! If you want to do any activities before or after your volunteer time/internship you can also contact Green Life Volunteers. Just ask Green Life Volunteers or the research center during or before your volunteer time/internship!

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