Chapter 24 – The Capoeiras
Mr. Ernesto, mentor of the PROSPERAR program, led Salimo to an open area teeming with life. There were no cramped cages, but clean yards where the birds roamed freely.
"Here we practice sustainable farming," he explained. "The animals grow in open spaces because we believe that the future requires respect for life."“
Salimo was amazed. Before him were not just chickens: there were also ducks swimming in a small pond, proud turkeys with their breasts full, light quails darting back and forth, wild chickens with their agile movements, and even pigeons raised in aviaries. It was like a veritable living laboratory of opportunity.
The mentor continued:
— "Each species here has a different market. Chickens provide eggs and meat for daily consumption. Ducks and turkeys are highly sought after at festivals and special occasions. Quails are small but produce valuable eggs. Wild chickens and pigeons have their own markets, valued by tradition. A young person can choose one species or combine several, creating their own business model."“
Salimo realized that those coops were more than just a poultry yard: they were a map of possibilities for anyone who wanted to start small and grow with vision.
You Can: Diversity is strength — the more options you explore, the more doors you open to your future.
