Nancy Cabezas: The Strength of the Earth in the Heart of the Forest
In a landscape where forest and agriculture intertwine, emerges the story of Nancy Cabezas, a woman who has turned vegetable harvesting not only into a livelihood but also into a way of life deeply connected with nature and her community.
Nancy cultivates and markets vegetables with effort and dedication. Tomatoes, lettuces, and scallions pass through her hands and arrive fresh on the tables of her surroundings. But beyond nourishment, each product reflects the perseverance, peasant knowledge, and passion she puts into her craft.
"What matters isn't just selling, but offering something one believes in and that does good for people," Nancy remarks, emphasizing the trust she has built with her customers over the years.
Her work highlights the value of those who work the land in rural areas, where economic development coexists with the preservation of native forests. There, family farming not only generates income but also sustains traditions, culture, and community well-being.
The story of Nancy Cabezas reminds us that forested territory isn't understood solely through its trees, but also through the people who inhabit, care for, and produce within it.
In Acoforag, they continue to highlight those who, like Nancy, are essential to the balance between production and conservation, showing that it's possible to grow with respect for the land and the environment.
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