Hi, I’m Jan Bernard, and I work with ProNatur, a cooperative of smallholder growers and farm teams in Peru producing a variety of exceptional organic tropical fruits. Together we cultivate organic pomegranates, Ataulfo mangoes and other mango varieties, and passionfruit—all grown with care for soil fertility, biodiversity and climate resilience.

A cooperative rooted in biodiversity

ProNatur began in 1996 as an association of small farmers in the tropical highlands around Moyobamba. Today approximately 1,200 families manage more than 3,500 hectares of land, where coffee remains important, but increasingly diversified fruit production—including mangos and passionfruit—is providing new opportunities.

Tropical fruit in varied climates

While coffee thrives in the rainforest highlands, ProNatur has also established farms in the dry subtropical coastal zone where crops like mangoes (including the popular Ataulfo variety), passionfruit and pomegranates are well suited to the climate and soils. These contrasting environments allow ProNatur to offer a diverse range of organic products.

Organic and regenerative principles

Organic farming is fundamental at ProNatur. Here, mulching, compost and crop rotation help protect soil structure and fertility, reduce erosion, and build resilience in the ecosystem. These practices support not only higher-quality fruit but also the long-term health of the land and local landscapes.

Supporting growers and communities

ProNatur combines ecological farming with cooperative organisation, helping growers access technical support, certification and international markets. By producing certified organic fruit for export—including pomegranates, mangoes and passionfruit—the cooperative helps improve incomes and strengthen the social and economic wellbeing of farming families and their communities.