Many people and organisations depend on the same sources, which makes responsible water management a challenge we must address together with other parties. For this reason, we cooperate with growers, the public sector, NGOs and universities to develop innovative solutions. We have initiated and actively participate in collective projects in Chile, Peru and Spain.
Aconcagua, Chili
Many avocados and other types of fruit are grown in the Aconcagua Valley in Chile. Since 2019, Nature's Pride has actively worked in this region together with many other stakeholders on responsible water management. We have set up a local network of growers to coordinate responsible water management activities in the region. The Aconcagua Network currently covers about 30% of the productive area in the valley.
Aconcagua, Chili
At the same time, we have established relationships with local authorities and international buyers in Chile to promote cooperation throughout the entire chain. We call this collaborative partnership the Aconcagua Partnership. Partners for Water, the Dutch government programme to enhance water security worldwide, is also part of this international cooperation. In 2025, the group of growers, buyers and government bodies that are members of the Aconcagua Partnership adopted a new, integrated sustainability strategy that, in addition to responsible water management, also focuses on protecting biodiversity and making fruit production in the valley more resilient and future-proof. Nature's Pride actively supports this collaboration and shares insights to make the sustainability goals as ambitious and concrete as possible.
Ica, Peru
Ica in Peru is also an important agricultural region suppling avocados, green asparagus, blueberries and other produce. Collective action in this area has been growing steadily in scope for some years. Our goal is to make the river basin more resilient and balance water use for ecosystems, local communities, agriculture and other economic activities. This collaboration is characterised by connecting growers located in the low-lying valley and the inhabitants of the high Andes mountains, where water enters the catchment area in the form of rain.
Ica, Peru
In Ica, we are concentrating our efforts on further consolidating natural and social capital in the upper reaches of the river basin. At an attitude of 4000 metres, we work with local communities to manage infiltration trenches and restore local vegetation. These efforts have improved water retention, replenished the groundwater and reduced erosion in this vital part of the catchment area.
Ica, Peru
As part of our work in Ica, Peru, communities have been supported with technical assistance to help them produce better quality alpaca wool. The activities raise awareness of the link between increasing natural and social capital. The communities concerned, which have historically faced economic disadvantages, are the inherent and ideal stewards of this high-altitude landscape. Nature protection and conservation (natural capital) and improving their living conditions (social capital) are intrinsically linked.
Doñana-Huelva, Spanje
A lot of red fruit is grown in Doñana-Huelva, Spain. The collective network includes an extensive range of stakeholders including growers, NGOs, scientists, importers, retailers and authorities. The network for collective action has been further strengthened by the Fundación Biodiversidad and the Doñana Technical Office, two important actors in the region, becoming members. In partnership with WWF Spain, a scorecard has been developed to ensure legal water and land use. Auditors and technical staff of growers have been trained to use the scorecard.
Doñana-Huelva, Spanje
Part of the collective initiative in Spain was the restoration of the ecological corridors formed by ancient drover’s roads (cañadas). Factors such as agriculture, increasing urbanisation and loss of native plants and habitats are endangering these regions. In partnership with the irrigation community, local authorities and regional schools waste has been removed from the region and the river zone has been restored. The river banks have also been replanted with native species such as ash, poplar and juniper. A multi-year plan is in place to safeguard monitoring and maintenance.
