Forests to Fortune

Own a Legacy Forest: 10,000 tropical hardwood trees

Bulk ownership of 10,000 tropical hardwood trees with environmental and social impact. Las Azucenas provides management under your agreement, with a tree replacement warranty for biological factors.

Legacy Forest at Las Azucenas from above
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A Different Scale of Ownership

Legacy Forests represent bulk tropical hardwood ownership. Instead of individual trees, you own 10,000 identified trees at Las Azucenas, with field care provided by Las Azucenas under your management agreement.

Bulk Ownership Program

Own 10,000 trees as a single bulk ownership program, providing scale and species diversification across your trees.

Las Azucenas Management

Las Azucenas handles cultivation, maintenance, and forest operations under your management agreement.

Tree Replacement Warranty

Every tree includes a base warranty — Las Azucenas replaces trees affected by covered biological factors per your agreement.
Tropical hardwood forest rows at Las Azucenas

Las Azucenas: 30-Year Pilot Project

Our 30-year pilot project in Petén, Guatemala is managed by Las Azucenas. We've transformed 45 hectares of degraded farmland into a thriving tropical hardwood forest, combining protected preserve areas with cultivated hardwoods.

45 Hectares Restored

From degraded farmland to thriving ecosystem, supporting biodiversity and sustainable forestry.

Two Landscapes

Protected preserve areas alongside cultivated hardwoods, balancing conservation with sustainable production.

Proven Concept

30 years of successful forest management and tropical hardwood cultivation experience.
Las Azucenas forest in 2022

Program Highlights

Bulk tree ownership with management by Las Azucenas

$595 per Tree

Catalog pricing for the bulk program includes long-term cultivation and care under your agreement. See the Azucenas White Paper for disclosures — no financial returns are guaranteed.

Management & Tree Replacement Warranty

Las Azucenas provides field care under your management agreement. Every tree includes a replacement warranty for covered biological factors per your agreement terms.

Optional Insurance

Additional tree insurance available for enhanced protection of your trees.

Led by World-Class Forestry Expertise

Javier Garcia Esquivel brings over 30 years of forestry experience to Las Azucenas. As a former Regional Director of the National Council of Protected Areas and leader of USAID's MAYAREMA forestry project, Javier ensures your Legacy Forest receives the highest level of professional care.

30+ Years Experience

Three decades of professional forestry and tropical hardwood cultivation expertise.

Government Leadership

Former Regional Director of Guatemala's National Council of Protected Areas.

International Projects

Led USAID's MAYAREMA forestry project, bringing international best practices to Las Azucenas.
Javier Garcia Esquivel in Las Azucenas reserve

Legacy Forest Impact

3 tonnes
Carbon absorbed per tree over 20 years
100
Local jobs created in the community
45 ha
Restored from degraded farmland

Sustainable Forestry Cycle

Las Azucenas follows a proven cycle that supports long-term forest health. From new forest establishment through selective harvesting and regeneration, the operator maintains forest health and biodiversity.

New Forest Establishment

Professional planting with optimal spacing and soil preparation for healthy growth.

Thinning & Management

Strategic thinning to promote healthy growth and forest biodiversity.

Selective Harvesting

Sustainable harvesting practices that maintain forest health and support regeneration.
Sustainable forestry practices at Las Azucenas

Contributing to Global Sustainability Goals

Legacy Forests align with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, creating positive impact for people, planet, and prosperity.

Planting just 2 trees per year offsets an individual's annual emissions.