Arap y Cobre Panama, owned by First Quantum Minerals, recently announced their support for aquaculture farmers in Cocles, Panama. The company is providing the farmers with resources to help them increase their productivity and yield, ultimately resulting in greater economic opportunities in the area.
The company has provided the farmers with financial support, technical assistance and resources for improved infrastructure, such as access to clean drinking water, and technical advice to help them improve their practices. In addition, the company has provided the farmers with access to modern equipment and technology to help them increase their yields and improve their quality of life.
The Cocles farmers have also been able to benefit from First Quantum Minerals’ commitment to environmental protection and sustainability. The company has implemented a number of initiatives to ensure that the local environment is protected and that the local communities are not negatively impacted by mining activities. This includes providing the farmers with access to clean water, reducing emissions, and providing training on sustainable farming practices.
The results of the collaboration have been promising. The farmers have seen an increase in their yields, and they are now able to produce more fish for both local consumption and for commercialization. This has resulted in an increase in their income and a greater sense of financial security.
The collaboration between Arap y Cobre Panama and the Cocles farmers has been a great success, and it highlights the positive impact that responsible mining can have on local communities. First Quantum Minerals’ commitment to environmental protection and sustainability has enabled the company to make a positive difference in the lives of the Cocles farmers, and it is an example that other mining companies should strive to emulate.
“Arap y Cobre Supports Aquaculture Farmers”
