
The production of Roots (Eddoes, Yam, and Ginger) is performed
by authorized producers, however relying on Gaia support
and technical guidance. Most of the properties in Santa
Leopoldina, Santa Tereza and Santa Maria (Espírito
Santo) are small and the agriculture is family oriented,
and our partnership with these families allow their properties
to generate income with products that are an integral part
of their crops.
Eddoes and Yam produce year round, as well as the Papaya,
but their production is concentrated on the months from
March to November. The production is significant. Gaia exports
approximately 1200 tons of Ginger, 1200 tons of Yam, and
400 tons of Eddoes during the year.
Export
of Yam and Eddoes occurs during the whole year, being the
major production between the months of March and October.