Forest Garden Program

Our forest garden approach is proving to be both productive for the land and beneficial for our farmers.

His name is Ousmane, and he is celebrating his harvest that is helping him provide for his family.

While teaching and supporting local farmers across Senegal, we help them learn how to maintain forest gardens, which provide both food and alternative sources of income.

Maintaining fruit trees and crops in agroforestry practices is crucial for sustained productivity and ecosystem health. Regular care, including pruning, watering, and pest management, ensures healthy growth and bountiful yields.
While initial establishment may take a few years,

Maintaining a forest garden is not a path to quick fixes; it demands consistent care and patience. This dedication is essential to witness the transformative impact and benefits that can enrich each family's life.

Farmers select vegetables, fruit trees and other high value crops to diversify their fields and meet their priority nutritional and market needs.

“My Forest Garden has provided me with food and an income through selling my vegetables at my small stall,” says Rosemary Mande.

This picture shows a droneview of one of the forest gardens we created with a local smallholder farmers.

This picture shows our Country Trainer Richard Ssali Kaggwa harvesting vegetables from our Forest Garden Training Site. Our local team truly appreciates your generous support. A big thank you from Senegal!