What was once degraded pastureland at La Joya is now forest again. Both flora and fauna are showing clear signs of recovery. More birds and other wildlife are appearing on site, a strong indicator that restoration is taking hold. Recent sightings include a hummingbird nest along with several other bird species, a good sign that the site isn't just being passed through but is becoming a place where animals settle and breed.

The project is also now harvesting seeds from species planted earlier on, e.g. Aniba panurensis. These seeds are used to produce essential oils, giving local communities an extra source of income tied directly to the forest's recovery.