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We are pleased to announce that Bosques Yungas, our reforestation project in the Yungas ecosystem of Tucumán, Argentina, has officially transitioned t…
Argentina · Planet
Protecting the Yungas Cloud Forest
Not For Sale’s planet work in Argentina supports reforestation in the Yungas, a subtropical cloud forest stretching along the eastern slopes of the Andes. The Yungas are one of the most biodiverse and most threatened ecosystems in South America, facing rapid deforestation from soy expansion and cattle ranching in the surrounding Gran Chaco.
By the numbers
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Trees planted through Bosques Yungas
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Hectares reforested
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Tonnes CO₂ sequestered
Why This Matters
Argentina’s Gran Chaco is one of the world’s fastest-shrinking dry forests. Approximately 250,000 hectares were cleared in 2024 alone, much of it for export agribusiness. Indigenous and campesino families are pushed off land into precarious farm work and urban slums, deepening vulnerability to modern-day slavery. Reforestation in the Yungas is a direct countermeasure, restoring habitat, stabilizing soil, and supporting the communities that depend on the standing forest.
Field updates
July 2026
June 2026
June 23, 2026
Great news to share
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Together with the students of Vera Peñaloza Primary School in El Cajón, we planted chilto trees at their school. Through learning, teamwork, and lots of enthusiasm, we added more nature to their playground and welcomed new young guardians committed to caring for the environment 💚🌳
Together with the students of Vera Peñaloza Primary School in El Cajón, we planted chilto trees at their school. Through learning, teamwork, and lots of enthusiasm, we added more nature to their playground and welcomed new young guardians committed to caring for the environment 💚🌳
June 19, 2026
One more camera in the forest
! We continue monitoring biodiversity to learn which species inhabit our territory and how they use this landscape under restoration.
This information is key to measuring the impact of our restoration efforts and guiding future conservation actions.
This information is key to measuring the impact of our restoration efforts and guiding future conservation actions.
June 16, 2026
We have started a new tree monitoring campaign
By measuring our trees regularly, we can track how they are growing and developing over time. This information helps us understand the progress of our restoration work and the health of the forest.
May 2026
May 28, 2026
We recently carried out a harvest of chilto fruits (Solanum betaceum) in the Yungas 🌿
Part of these fruits will be used for research, while another part will support the local community, creating opportunities and strengthening the connection with the forest.
Part of these fruits will be used for research, while another part will support the local community, creating opportunities and strengthening the connection with the forest.
May 18, 2026
Another activity we carry out in the project with the planting team is collecting fruits and separating, selecting, and weighing native tree seeds.
In this case, we are working with guarán (Tecoma stans) and cebil colorado (Anadenanthera colubrina) seeds.
Each selected seed is a new opportunity to keep restoring the native forest.
In this case, we are working with guarán (Tecoma stans) and cebil colorado (Anadenanthera colubrina) seeds.
Each selected seed is a new opportunity to keep restoring the native forest.
May 15, 2026
We harvested some fruits from the red cebil tree to collect its seeds and test their germination
This native tree was heavily used for its hard wood for many years. Now, every seed matters to help restore the forest.
April 2026
April 27, 2026
A few days ago, we had visitors at the project and spent some time together in the area we’re restoring
We walked through the forest, talked about native plants, wildlife, and how the ecosystem is recovering.
To wrap up the day, we planted a tree together — a simple way to take part and leave a positive mark.
These visits help bring people closer to the project and show that restoration is something we build together.
To wrap up the day, we planted a tree together — a simple way to take part and leave a positive mark.
These visits help bring people closer to the project and show that restoration is something we build together.
April 15, 2026
Earth Day is approaching, and it’s a good moment to remember something simple: every action counts
In our case, we celebrate it by restoring the Yungas forest, planting native trees.
Each tree is a step toward ecosystem recovery, carbon capture, and the return of biodiversity.
Each tree is a step toward ecosystem recovery, carbon capture, and the return of biodiversity.
April 7, 2026
During a walk in the forest, we found these “tiger wing” butterflies (Mechanitis lysimnia) emerging under the leaves of chilto (Solanum betaceum).
Their caterpillars feed on different plants from the "Solanacea" family; in the Yungas, they are often linked to chiltos plant, where they lay their eggs and complete much of their life cycle.
These relationships show how a healthy ecosystem works: native plants support insects, and insects are part of larger networks of life. Restoring the forest is not just about planting trees, it’s about bringing these connections back.
Their caterpillars feed on different plants from the "Solanacea" family; in the Yungas, they are often linked to chiltos plant, where they lay their eggs and complete much of their life cycle.
These relationships show how a healthy ecosystem works: native plants support insects, and insects are part of larger networks of life. Restoring the forest is not just about planting trees, it’s about bringing these connections back.
March 2026
March 26, 2026
We head out to install camera traps for wildlife monitoring
This work helps us understand how the forest’s health is evolving. Because a forest is not just trees: it’s a living network where animals, plants, and other organisms all play a key role.
March 16, 2026
Field team preparing the planting site
Proper clearing ensures space, light availability, and better establishment for native seedlings.
March 9, 2026
In the field, analyzing cedar fruits to assess their condition and quality
Restoration begins with understanding each species and its life cycle.
March 3, 2026
On World Wildlife Day, we highlight an essential truth: restoring forests means restoring homes
Through native species production, seasonal planting, and long-term monitoring, we are rebuilding habitat in the Yungas of Argentina. Every seed we sow contributes to food sources, shelter, and ecological connectivity for local wildlife.
Forest restoration is not only about trees — it’s about creating the conditions for biodiversity to thrive again.
Forest restoration is not only about trees — it’s about creating the conditions for biodiversity to thrive again.
February 2026
February 26, 2026
Work in the nursery involves many different tasks, each requiring care and precision
One of them is preparing the substrate and filling the pots where native seeds will later be sown to grow into new trees.
February 24, 2026
This is our nursery. Here we produce all the native trees that will later be planted in the forest
At this early stage, we manage irrigation, substrate, and light, and protect the seedlings from frost, pests, and water stress. The goal is clear: to ensure healthy, well-developed trees with higher survival rates in the field.
The nursery is the starting point of every planting effort. Without solid and well-planned production, restoration is not possible.
The nursery is the starting point of every planting effort. Without solid and well-planned production, restoration is not possible.
February 19, 2026
With our hands in the soil, planting season is in full swing
We take advantage of the rainy season to plant native species and give them the best possible start. It’s the time of year when the forest supports the process and everything begins to grow.
February 10, 2026
This is the landscape where the native trees we plant are growing
A landscape under restoration, where trees that have already reached a significant size are beginning to restore structure and complexity to the Yungas forest.
February 4, 2026
The activities in the nursery are diverse: part of the team focuses on reorganizing and monitoring the seedlings, while others take care of daily irrigation.
Behind every tree planted in the forest, there is a team supporting and caring for it from day one.
Behind every tree planted in the forest, there is a team supporting and caring for it from day one.
January 2026
January 28, 2026
Forest restoration is a team effort
Here, the planting team is organizing the bags filled with enriched soil, ready for the next step: seed sowing. Soon, the bags on the right will look like the ones on the left, full of seedlings growing and getting ready to return to the forest.
January 22, 2026
We monitor seedling growth, talk things through on site, and share ideas
Every field visit is a chance to learn, refine strategies, and improve our work.
Native forest restoration is built this way: with presence, collaboration, and long-term commitment.
Native forest restoration is built this way: with presence, collaboration, and long-term commitment.
January 19, 2026
Improvements at the nursery are essential to ensure seedlings grow healthy and survive until planting
That’s why we’ve been working on building a protected area to shelter them from heavy rain and excess moisture.
January 16, 2026
Work starts early to take advantage of the cooler hours
As the first rays of sunlight appear, the team loads the seedlings onto the tractor and heads out to the planting site.
January 12, 2026
The planting season is moving forward strong.
With the tractor full of young trees, we headed to a new planting area to keep restoring the forest
The forest keeps growing thanks to everyone who supports this purpose.
Let’s keep building native forests 🌱
Let’s keep building native forests 🌱
January 8, 2026
This chilto tree was planted just one year ago
Today, it has grown enough to stand out among the surrounding vegetation.
It looks healthy, strong, and well established.
If everything continues like this, it will start producing its first fruits soon.
This is what forest restoration looks like when it’s done with time, care, and follow-up.
It looks healthy, strong, and well established.
If everything continues like this, it will start producing its first fruits soon.
This is what forest restoration looks like when it’s done with time, care, and follow-up.
