VCS Afforestation Program

Local nurseries, run by dedicated farmers, are essential for community-driven reforestation, turning degraded land into lush landscapes.

Measuring the tree trunks is part of the method to calculate the amount of CO2 capture capacity the trees have. This is something that we do to monitor the benefits our trees can also give to the environment and help fight climate change.

In preparation for the next planting season in 2024 and in order to kick off the planting of additional mixed groves, these farmers in Uganda have started to raise seedlings early!

This year we celebrated or 20th anniversary working in Uganda with thousands of farmers that work persistently and help restore the land.

Properly cared for, trees can thrive and yield fruit for many years. Our farmers are increasingly realizing this through our program, which bolsters food security and opens up new avenues for income.

Amidst the rugged paths of northern Uganda, Kenya Luke Allana carries a vision: to rejuvenate barren landscapes with trees, bringing prosperity and dignity back to the Amuru District.

Cultivating indigenous trees not only significantly enhances the quality and fertility of the land, but it also supports local ecosystems by providing habitat for native wildlife. These trees are adept at surviving local conditions, reducing the need for supplemental watering and

TIST farmers in Uganda are steadfast in their mission to cultivate more indigenous tree seedlings, a practice offering numerous benefits to both farmers and the local ecosystem. Indigenous trees provide sustenance and shelter for local wildlife, are highly adaptable, requiring less

We're thrilled to announce the 20th anniversary of TIST in Uganda! Join us this July 2023 in Northern Uganda as we celebrate this major milestone. Reflecting on our journey, we're proud of the 10 million thriving trees we've planted and the 55,000+ farmers we've supported. Here's