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Agro-Eco Tourism Development Plan for Goshen Haven

Integrating Livelihood, Pastoral Retreat, and Long-Term Carbon Sequestration

1. Project Vision

Develop Goshen Haven into a sustainable Agro-Eco Tourism and Carbon Sequestration Demonstration Site that combines:

Spiritual retreat and pastoral wellness
Agroforestry-based livelihoods
Climate-resilient farming systems
Environmental conservation
Community-based eco-tourism
Long-term carbon credit opportunities

The project will serve as a model for faith-based ecological stewardship and sustainable rural development.

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Zone	Area/Feature	Proposed Function
Agroforestry Sites 1–5	Existing upland areas	Carbon forest, fruit trees, coffee, cacao, bamboo
Fishpond (2.5 ha)	Central water body	Aquaculture, recreation, fishing tourism
View Decks 1–3	Elevated scenic areas	Prayer retreat, meditation, eco-viewing
Livestock Area	Existing green house/livestock	Goat, native chicken, vermiculture
Vegetable Production Area	1.5 ha	Organic vegetable farming
Water Source Area	Spring/water catchment	Watershed protection and eco-learning
Housing/Prayer Area	Existing structure	Retreat center and pastoral accommodations

2. Site Development Concept

Based on the mapped areas, the site can be divided into the following functional zones:

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3. Agro-Eco Tourism Components

A. Faith-Based Eco Retreat Center

Transform the prayer and housing area into a peaceful retreat destination.

Activities

Pastoral retreats
Spiritual formation camps
Prayer mountain walks
Biblical ecology seminars
Youth camps and leadership training

Facilities

Retreat cottages
Open chapel/prayer pavilion
Meditation trails
Campfire and gathering spaces
Eco-learning center

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B. Agro-Eco Tourism Attractions

1. Agroforestry Demonstration Farm

Develop diversified agroforestry systems including:

Coffee
Cacao
Banana
Coconut
Fruit trees (durian, lanzones, rambutan, avocado)
Bamboo
Native trees

Tourism Activities

Tree planting
Farm tours
Harvest experiences
Coffee and cacao processing demonstrations

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2. Eco-Trail and Forest Walk

Create trails connecting the agroforestry zones and view decks.

Features

Hanging bridges or bamboo walkways
Native tree labeling
Bird watching stations
Forest interpretation signage
Scripture and environmental reflection stations

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3. Fishpond and Aquaculture Tourism

The 2.5-hectare fishpond can support:

Tilapia production
Catfish culture
Recreational fishing
Floating cottages
Paddle boating

Income Opportunities

Pay-to-fish activities
Farm-to-table meals
Fingerling production

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4. Organic Vegetable and Herbal Garden

Develop an organic farming area for:

High-value vegetables
Medicinal plants
Culinary herbs

Tourism Component

Pick-and-pay harvest
Organic farming workshops
Farm café supply

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4. Livelihood Program for Pastors and Community

A. Sustainable Livelihood Enterprises

1. Coffee and Cacao Production

Pastors and families can manage clustered agroforestry plots.

Benefits

Long-term income
Shade-grown carbon-friendly farming
High-value crops

2. Native Chicken and Goat Raising

Small-scale integrated livestock system.

Potential Products

Native eggs
Organic meat
Vermicast fertilizer

3. Bamboo Craft and Nursery Enterprise

Establish:

Bamboo propagation
Native tree nursery
Seedling sales

This supports both reforestation and tourism landscaping.

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3. Bamboo Craft and Nursery Enterprise

Establish:

Bamboo propagation
Native tree nursery
Seedling sales

This supports both reforestation and tourism landscaping.

4. Eco-Tourism Guiding and Hospitality

Train pastors and local residents as:

Eco-guides
Retreat facilitators
Farm educators
Hospitality staff

5. Organic Fertilizer and Composting

Convert farm waste into:

Vermicompost
Biochar
Organic fertilizer

This reduces waste while improving soil carbon storage.

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5. Long-Term Carbon Sequestration Project

A. Carbon Farming Strategy

The agroforestry zones can function as a long-term carbon sink.

Carbon Sequestration Components

Native forest restoration
Bamboo plantations
Fruit-tree agroforestry
Soil carbon enhancement
Riparian and watershed protection

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5 hectares Agro-Forestry site 1

2 hectares Agro-Forestry site 2

7 Hectares Agro-Forestry site 3

2.5 Hectares Fishpond

1.8 Hectares Agro-Forestry site 4

.8 Hectares Agro-Forestry site 5

2 Hectares Green House and Livestock production

1.5 hectare Vegetable production

.3 hectares View deck 2

.2 Hectares View deck 1

View deck 1

360 View

1 Hectare Duck Farmi and kayak

Housing Facility and a Prayer House

Water Source

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