A dedicated tree plantation is a major undertaking, just like any business. There are several approaches to creating tree plantations. One of the advantages that makes owning a tropical tree plantation less onerous is that there is little feeling of competition, because so few trees are grown in plantations compared to what is harvested from the rain forest.

Private ownership — If you have the inclination, you can purchase the land and own it yourself. Of course, you have to have a sizeable lump of money and have the ability to support it without return for at least 6 years. Beware the pitfalls of business ownership. If you have never started a business before, get someone to help you! There are many trip-ups for the unwary. Running a business is like any other skill: It has to be acquired, and often the hard way.

Partnership — One of the best ways to form a business is with a partnership. The idea is to get together a group of people with the skills that are needed to have a successful business and let each one have a stake in the company. This is the structure of Finca Leola S.A. It also creates a group of people all committed to the project. The downside is that everyone will have to get along.

Since Finca Leola owns a tree plantation, we are happy to answer your questions about such topics as land acquisition, preparing for planting, buying trees, etc. We suggest that you first read the article, Three Secrets to Owning a Plantation in Costa Rica, then click here for our contact information and send us your questions.