Training in specific agricultural techniques and greenhouse maintenance will be documented through a pictorial manual (note that illiteracy is high). Trainees will prove their knowledge by setting up and maintaining greenhouses properly. This will be documented through photos and videos and text write-up posted on this page. The proof of having learned the techniques will […]
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How Climate Change Affects Chajmaic’s Food Insecurity and Sowing Opportunities’ Agricultural Solution
Extreme conditions in Central America are leading to food insecurity and lack of employment, which in some cases, causes youth to flee the region, seeking work elsewhere. The dry corridor has been affected by climate change and during the dry season, crops grown on the land can shrivel, causing many young men to leave to […]
Malden Garden Supports Building Greenhouses in Guatemala
Malden Garden Supports Building Greenhouses in Guatemala Growing and sharing our local food to make an impact around the world! Last year’s “World Water Day” (March 2021) we decided to celebrate our contributions to water availability in Chajmaic by launching a sustainable farming campaign with the intention of raising funds for our next project, Sol […]
Indigenous Mayan artisanal Crafts
We are very excited to tell you about an opportunity to give a beautiful gift to your loved one or yourself while supporting Sowing Opportunities sustainability projects as well as indigenous Mayan artisans. Now you can purchase beautiful handcrafted Mayan artwork at TheGallery@57. All the pieces are skillfully created by indigenous Mayan artisans. Your purchase of […]
Mayan Artisans
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Summer 2021 Plants & Sustainability Project
Melrose Farmers’ Market video, promoting Sowing Opportunities! The Melrose Farmers’ Market is done for the season, but… Sowing Opportunities, is offering beautifully arranged plants for donation. These begonias can be grown on your window sill during the winter, brightening your house, and make a fine gift! All proceeds directly benefit an #indigenous village in #Guatemala. […]
Earth Day 2021 celebrated at The Gallery @57
Photos from the May 23rd event at The Gallery@57:
Earth Day, April 20-22, 2021 Restore Our Earth
Sowing Opportunities is focused on the village of Chajmaic, Guatemala developing greenhouse agriculture for food security and livelihood. We have an Event coming up in Malden, Massachusetts – Rescheduled date: Sunday, May 23th – for Earth Day! We’re raising funds for training and supplies. Can you help? Watch Sowing Opportunities’ 1-minute Earth Day video! […]
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Changes in Chajmaic! Anticipating Spring 2020…
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As we near the end of 2019…
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