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The forest of Joram Mathenge

Kenya December, 31st

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March 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.

#FoodSecurity #Agroforestry

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,

#Agroforestry #EnvironmentalAwareness

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

#Reforestation #Preservation

Pepijn Verpalen TN · 15 days ago

Don´t cute the wrong species ;)

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. 🌿

#Reforestation #LandRestoration

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

#Conservation #AvoidDeforestation

Pepijn Verpalen TN · 15 days ago

Looking forward to the 1 year update!

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

#Conservation #LandRestoration

February 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

#Agroforestry #LandRestoration

Vibro · a month ago

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

#Education #LandRestoration

January 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...

#FoodSecurity #SocialEconomy

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

#SocialEconomy #AvoidDeforestation

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

Cashews, grown in our Forest Gardens, are fascinating crops that grow atop a fruit called the cashew "apple." These trees play a vital role in our model, benefiting both the environment and farming families.

#FoodSecurity #Agroforestry

Farmers collecting their coffee seedlings for planting in their farms. The seedlings will be planted with manure and watered daily for them to grow healthy.

#PovertyRelief #Agroforestry

December 2024

This is just a glimpse of the exciting outcomes from our Forest Gardens approach—a truly fruitful harvest!

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It all begins and ends with the soil.

Soil is the foundation for growing our trees and food. By integrating regenerative agriculture and agroforestry into farming practices, we reduce deforestation, allow tree roots to take hold, and enrich the soil with nutrients, making it healthier

#LandRestoration