Micro projects: We are delighted to report that we are supporting 9 micro projects in five different municipal areas in the region of Cristino Castro, NE Brazil. They range from organic vegetable production, handicrafts, fish farms, cattle, pig, sheep and chicken rearing projects. VinB micro loans are provided by individuals and communities in the UK, they are interest free and recycled many times over. To date they are proofing to provide a virtuous circle to all involved. Our sincere thanks go to our coordinator in Brazil, Jose Oliveira, for his expertise and dedication and for all your support throughout the year.