COMMUNAL FARMING run in collaboration with neighboring populations , just adjacent to the farm , is a powerful aspect of the farm . 271 local farmers participate in the symbiotic program , as their work at the farm provides significant additional manpower , lowering production costs ( because to achieve the production targets , the area planted would require additional labor costs ).
Everything is utilized . The wood waste ( from sawing work ) is carbonized to make charcoal , an energy source for cooking food for the residents . Additionally , the production support drainage works in the swampy environment were carried out with 28,420 cubic meters .
Challenges encountered this year - Flooding did cause some damage to crops this year , as did bushfires . The staff is working on making some adjustments to the drainage system which will help . With our livestock , inbreeding , swine fever and rabbit-related illness proved challenging .