La foresta di Joram Mathenge

Kenya 31 December
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aprile 2025

Planting of Croton megalocarpus seedlings along matara river in Gura catchment site which is currently under threat due to encroachment. We have taken over its rehabilitation and 2500 seedlings have been planted so far.

14 apr 2025
Pepijn Verpalen TN
Pepijn Verpalen TN · 12 giorni fa

Keep up the great work!

🌍 Before vs. After Reforestation 🌱
Before: A barren land dotted with tree stumps — once a lush forest, then stripped and silent.
After: A thriving green haven, teeming with life. Nature healed, one tree at a time. 🌳💚

09 apr 2025

Prunus Africana, a dominant species planted by the project to ensure the right species in the right place!

09 apr 2025

Instead of a cleared space to act as a firebreak, this local species is planted to serve both purposes.

09 apr 2025
marzo 2025

A quick look back at one of our farmers and her family proudly harvesting the results of their Forest Garden—a reminder of how trees can support both livelihoods and landscapes.

31 mar 2025

Successful agroforestry starts with thoughtful site selection. Factors like soil quality, water availability, slope, and sunlight all influence how well trees and crops can grow together.

Selecting the right location ensures that trees support—not compete with—agricultural production,

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31 mar 2025

Learning how to weed? Start with tree seedlings before your garden turns into a jungle 🌱🌳 It plays a crucial role in maintaining healthy plant growth and maximizing productivity

18 mar 2025
Joram Mathenge
Joram Mathenge · 16 giorni fa

Great

In just 3 years, the Pine tree (Pinus) can soar over 5 meters, making it one of the fastest-growing species! 🌱✨ Loved by birds 🐦 and nature alike, its fallen branches naturally enrich the soil, providing mulch and manure to fuel even more growth. 🌿

18 mar 2025

Small tree now, but give it a few years, and we’ll be fighting over the best shade🌳

18 mar 2025
Joram Mathenge
Joram Mathenge · 16 giorni fa

Great picture

Quality planting materials (seedlings) means quality trees out there in the planting site. Inspecting Nursery with Save Aberdare project leader during my visit

18 mar 2025
febbraio 2025

In a Forest Garden, trees do more than provide shade and fruit—they actively improve soil health.

Their roots stabilize the land, prevent erosion, and create channels that enhance water infiltration. As leaves and organic matter decompose, they enrich the soil with nutrients, fostering

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28 feb 2025
Vibro
Vibro · 2 mesi fa

Nice work, nice land. Have a nice year 💚 God with U a U with God ♥️

Training is key to long-term success. As part of our program, we educate local farmers on the Forest Garden approach, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to cultivate and sustain productive, resilient landscapes.

This hands-on training ensures that each farmer can

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28 feb 2025
gennaio 2025

Role of trees in promoting food security economic development and human health

Trees play a critical role in promoting food security, economic development, and human health in several key ways: 1. Food Security: Source of food...

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Farmers who planted their coffee in 2022 and earllier have started harvesting their coffee which only takes 3 years to maturity.
Over 50 farmers will this year earn income from coffee thanks to TN. Livelihoods will change and community and ecological resilience enhanced. With this

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30 gen 2025

Trees, especially fruit trees, play a crucial role in enriching the soil and supporting nearby crops. Their fallen leaves decompose, returning essential nutrients like nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium to the soil, boosting its fertility.

Fruit trees also help maintain moisture

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28 gen 2025
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