Risks.
Ethical Forestry believe you should be made aware of any risks involved, allowing you to make an informed decision. We also encourage you to do you own due diligence and speak to your financial advisor before purchasing.
Location. - The World Bank has given Costa Rica an excellent bill of overall political and economic health. At its annual conference in El Salvador, the bank lauded the country as possessing “one of the most stable and robust” democracies in Latin America. It went on to praise Costa Rica’s “healthy economic growth rate” and “some of the best social indicators” on the continent. One thing that adds tremendously to Costa Rica’s stability is its lack of an army. Back in 1948, the country abolished their military in favour of spending on universal health care.
Hurricanes. - Hurricanes have occasionally hit the Caribbean coast of Costa Rica; however, our plantations are over 80 kilometres inland. According to records, no hurricane has ever struck this area.
Flooding. - Flash flooding from storms may occasionally occur, but is not generally detrimental to the growth of the trees. Your trees are not planted in areas susceptible to long term flooding.
Forest Fires. - Forest fires are not normally a problem in the humid tropics due to the moisture content in the air. Appropriate measures are taken to prevent forest fire; weeds and vegetation on ground level are removed before the dry season, firebreaks are built between fields and 24 hour surveillance is provided by our resident foresters.
Disease. - There are no known problems with pests or disease within Teak generally. However, be reassured that your trees are constantly monitored and any appropriate action would be taken quickly.
