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Regenerative Resources – Dry Forest Regeneration Hub in Oaxaca

Trust T1

Climate Zones: Tropical dry forest.
Regenerative Focus: Regenerative agriculture, agroforestry, cultural preservation.

About this land node

Regenerative Resources regenerates degraded dry forests in Oaxaca through agroforestry, native tree planting, and cultural heritage preservation, building climate resilience and community prosperity.

Overview

Project Vision: Regenerate dry forests and empower communities.
Project Purpose: Restore dry forest ecosystems and support local communities by integrating regenerative agriculture, agroforestry, and ecological education that enhance biodiversity, soil health, and socio-economic resilience.
Project Title: Regenerative Resources
Political Location: Oaxaca State, Mexico

Ecology & biodiversity

Biodiversity context: Near Chacahua National Park and Oaxaca biodiversity corridor.
Ecological corridors: Links Chacahua to Sierra Madre del Sur.
Natural boundaries: Bordered by the Atoyac River watershed and Chacahua Lagoon.
Ecosystem unity: Tropical dry forest connecting river valleys, hills, and coastal mangroves, providing corridors for jaguars and hummingbirds.

Climate & water

Climate Zones: Tropical dry forest.
Rainfall patterns: Rainy May–Oct (~200 mm/month); dry Nov–Apr.
Average Rainfall: 800–1,000 mm/year
Temperature Extremes: 18°C to 30°C
Average Temperature: 24°C average
Watershed: Atoyac River watershed draining to Pacific Ocean.
Nearby water bodies: ≈10 km to Atoyac River; ≈50 km to Pacific Ocean

Land & terrain

Elevation & slope: 500–1,000 m; gentle slopes.
Landforms: Rugged hills and dry forests.
Soil Types: Sandy-loam soils of low fertility; enhanced through agroforestry techniques.
Soil health: Low organic matter, improving with compost and mulching.
Erosion risk: Moderate erosion risk managed by agroforestry.
Renewable resource potential: Solar power, water harvesting, biomass.

People & history

Land Acknowledgements: Honours Zapotec heritage and land stewardship.
Recent land history: Deforestation replaced by restoration.

Regenerative practice

Regenerative Focus: Regenerative agriculture, agroforestry, cultural preservation.
Regenerative Methodologies: Agroforestry, reforestation, community-led conservation.
Environmental objectives: Increase biodiversity, restore soil health, stabilize watersheds.
Community objectives: Enhance livelihoods, cultural heritage, and education.
Community engagement: Workshops, eco‑tours, community training.
Economic Model: Donations, eco‑tourism, local product sales.

Impact

Expressed Impact: Converted 80 ha to regenerative practices, increased biodiversity by 10%, trained 150+ farmers.
Key impact metrics: Ha restored, biodiversity increase, farmers trained.

Visiting & links

Nearest urban centres: ≈40 km from Oaxaca City.
Website: https://www.ecosystemrestorationcommunities.org/community/regenerative-resources-mexico/
Social media: https://www.instagram.com/ecorestorationcommunities