Zalis Farms and The Breadfruit Project
Sustainable Agriculture and Economic Empowerment in Honduras
Take a Look at Our FarmsAbout Us
Based in the Maryland/Washington, DC area and Florida, the Stephens Family has been growing trees for over 50 years. In 2016, they established Zalis Farms (locally known as Cultivos Eden) in Honduras, which has grown into one of the world's largest breadfruit tree farms. The network of farms they have assembled now spans over 250 acres, supporting over 100 local farmers dedicated to growing and cultivating breadfruit.
Breadfruit Trees
These remarkable trees are the foundation of our mission to support food security, reforestation, significant carbon remediation, and long-term income stability for small farmers in economically challenged areas of Honduras. Beyond the environmental benefits, the nutrient-rich breadfruit is harvested and processed into chips, flour, and other food products sold in local stores and markets. Currently, the demand for these products is outpacing supply, driving the need for more trees. You can learn more about the benefits of breadfruit here: Breadfruit Facts.
Cultivos Eden Today
To date, our farms employ 25 full-time staff and have more than 18,000 trees, with an additional 700 acres committed to future planting. This expansion brings us closer to our goal of planting 100,000 trees by 2027, providing stability to the environment and the community. Our immediate priority is getting trees planted as quickly as possible.
18,000
Trees Planted
250
Acres
100
Local Farmers
Tim Stephens
Founder of Cultivos Eden
Help us reach our goal of planting 100,000 breadfruit trees.
Join The Breadfruit Project and make a lasting impact - purchase a tree for yourself or in honor of someone you care about.
Purchase TreesJoin The Breadfruit Project and make a lasting impact - purchase a tree for yourself or in honor of someone you care about.