VCS Subsistence Farmer Program

Farmer meetings are held as much as possible, to share knowledge, challenges and keep the consistency of our agroforestry efforts.

Its how you take care of the trees that matters. Each farmer is given a set of different species to plant, for which they are responsible to take care of.

All the farmers that participate in our project learn to monitor the trees they plant, with easy, direct and accessible methods

Meet Gladis, a local farmer who is instrumental in guiding and educating her community on sustainable farming and environmental stewardship.

Local farmers are the roots of agroforestry, cultivating sustainability and growth in every seed they plant.

Growing seedlings to distribute to our cluster farmers is part of our day to day activities. Here we make sure the strongest survive and make it to our different planting sites.

Demonstrating effective reforestation practices to farmers significantly encourages their participation in such projects. Seeing the direct benefits, like improved soil health and biodiversity, along with sustainable income opportunities, motivates them to join. Hands-on demonstrations

In Kenya's Luzoi Cluster, 98 farmers recently convened to reinforce their dedication to ecological restoration and communal leadership. The assembly of 43 women and 55 men focused on essential values, innovative agricultural methods such as raised seedbeds, and the formation of new

These are our farmer community leaders, that have helped develop our agroforestry programs in Kenya. With their help and guidance, hundreds of farmers have joined and benefited from planting trees.

Farmers are starting new tree nurseries and other entrepreneurial activities, which have generates the opportunities to pay school fees, build homes, and ensure food security

Kenya's Rwarera Cluster held a meeting recently with 32 women and 20 men present. The topics covered included values, how to join, and the co-benefits created by farmers working with the program.

Mulching is a key practice among our farmers, aiding in moisture retention and reducing evaporation, with both compost and rock mulching utilized to support tree survival.

Nature has a remarkable ability to heal and renew. After facing challenges, our community has embarked on a heartwarming journey of restoration. With every tree planted, they're not just bringing back the lush greenery but also rejuvenating the spirit of the land and its people.

Our farmers work together and exchange experiences, in order to ensure good practices are being implemented when planting trees.

Our farmers consistently contribute to the restoration of the environment. Implementing sustainable practices, they can grow food, generate income and also restore the quality of the land.