Forest restoration in northern Mexico

Restoring Life: 40,000 Pines Planted in the Sierra Tarahumara

Greetings from Batopilas, Chihuahua!

We are excited to share a major achievement in our ongoing mission to restore ecosystems and strengthen community resilience in the Sierra Tarahumara.

During the first three weeks of August 2025, we successfully reforested 40,000 pine trees across 40 hectares in the communities of Coyachique and El Pandito (Kowinpachi), located in the municipality of Batopilas, Chihuahua.

Key Highlights of the Reforestation Effort

• 40,000 pine trees planted on 40 hectares of protected land

• 60 local workers hired (representing 60 families), earning $350 MXN per day, significantly above the national minimum wage

• 15 days of work, providing both income and dignity for participating families

• Trees planted with fertilizer and hydrogel, ensuring strong root development and higher survival rates

• The entire reforested area is protected by fencing to prevent damage from livestock and human activity

Why This Matters

This effort is more than just planting trees. It is a community-driven initiative, part of a participatory territorial management plan designed and approved by the local Rarámuri communities. The benefits of this reforestation go far beyond the immediate landscape:

• Infiltration of water into local watersheds, securing water for future generations

• Soil erosion prevention, reducing land degradation and maintaining fertile ground

• Protection of biodiversity and ecosystems, creating habitats for wildlife and supporting ecological balance

• Climate resilience, capturing carbon and combating the effects of climate change

This project not only restores nature but also creates economic opportunities, improves local well-being, and strengthens the cultural and environmental stewardship of these communities.

Thank You for Making This Possible

We extend our deepest gratitude to our donors and partners for making this monumental achievement a reality. Your support empowers communities to care for their land, their water, and their future.

Together, we are proving that environmental restoration and community development go hand in hand. Let’s keep growing this vision—tree by tree, family by family.

With gratitude,
The PIES de la Tierra A.C. Team

Links:

• 40,000 Pines Planted in the Sierra Tarahumara
• Building a fence to protect the pines planted