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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.

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

This little guy is a mudskipper—part fish, part land explorer.

Found in healthy mangrove ecosystems like those in Madagascar, mudskippers can breathe through their skin and even “walk” on land using their fins.

Their presence is a great sign that the mangroves are thriving.

28 Mar 2025
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Did you know?

Mangroves can survive in saltwater by filtering out up to 90% of the salt through their roots—or excreting it through their leaves. It’s one of the reasons they thrive along Madagascar’s coasts where few other trees can.

28 Mar 2025
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

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28 Feb 2025
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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

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28 Feb 2025

Our planting team is made up of local community members who live near our restoration sites. Many rely on fishing for their livelihoods, and planting mangroves plays a crucial role in strengthening coastal ecosystems.

Mangroves provide essential breeding and nursery grounds for

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28 Feb 2025
The Creative Pixels
The Creative Pixels · a month ago

I wonder if there are any mangrove projects in Mexico we can plant on. We are...

Mangrove forests are vital for coastal stability, biodiversity, and carbon storage, acting as a natural barrier against storms and erosion.

Fun fact: Mangroves can filter up to 90% of salt from seawater before absorbing it, allowing them to thrive in harsh coastal environments where

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28 Feb 2025
January 2025

Mangrove propagules are planted vertically in muddy ground, mimicking their natural process.

This helps them anchor securely, allowing roots to penetrate the soil and shoots to reach sunlight.

This method ensures high survival rates and supports the rapid growth of thriving mangrove

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28 Jan 2025
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Sultan Alotaibi · a month ago

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Mangrove trees provide a unique advantage in reforestation efforts with their easily accessible seedlings, known as propagules.

These propagules grow directly on the tree and can be harvested once they mature, ready to plant immediately without additional preparation.

This natural

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28 Jan 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 Jan 2025

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.

28 Jan 2025
December 2024

Here’s a sneak peek at how the seedlings are thriving! We’re thrilled with their progress so far—in just a few years, they’ll grow into full mangroves, helping to restore Madagascar’s coastlines.

18 Dec 2024
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A glimpse of the Kandrany planting site before the tiny mangrove seedlings were planted.

18 Dec 2024

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

18 Dec 2024
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