What is the projected income from the rubber tree plantation?
The projected income from the first project to be started in 2008 is very encouraging, based on carbon trading benefits. Compared to other investment options in the global marked, the project is very competitive in financial terms, in addition to a high impact in mitigating climate change, and in providing livelihood opportunities to the poorest in underserved areas. Potential income to the project is Euro 0,80 per kg raw rubber based on present prices, after workers have been paid salaries of more than 50% above minimum wages – including additional social benefits, and other production and maintenance costs are met, and a sizeable amount set aside for community development. Thus guaranteeing benefits to all stake holders. The expected average yield is estimated to be 1500 kg per Ha per year, which will generate an income to the project of Euro 1200 per Ha per year, guaranteeing the sustainability of the project.
