Plant to Stop Poverty

Markhamia lutea is a fast-growing tree species capable of producing seeds within two years after planting. This characteristic offers an excellent opportunity for early seed
collection, evaluation, and selection of high-quality seeds for future propagation. By carefully analyzing

Every tree starts as an order but what happens after is where the real impact begins. From seedlings in our nursery to carefully planted trees in the field, every order we receive is turning into restored land, stronger ecosystems, and real community change. The trees you plant with

Restoration becomes more meaningful when communities are part of the benefit. By combining indigenous trees with fruit trees, conservation supports both the environment
and local livelihoods.

While indigenous trees help restore ecosystems and protect biodiversity, fruit trees provide

These students are planting the next generation of fruit trees at their schools and our schools. Trees planted years ago have now grown strong, providing fruits and creating lasting impact.

While these trees thrive, we continue planting more ensuring that families and communities

At the Tabora 1 site, students joined us in replacing trees and filling gaps, learning by doing, and contributing to a greener future.

It’s always inspiring to see young people engaged like this by taking part today, they are growing into a generation that understands, protects,

Teamwork in action! This planting season, we came together as a team from planning in the office to planting in the field and made a bigger impact together.

Forests give life to our planet and opportunities to communities🌳

This International Day of Forests, we celebrate the power of trees to restore land, support livelihoods, and create lasting change.

They’re still young, but they already know how to plant a tree.

When students take part in planting, they learn that caring for the planet starts with action. The experiences they gain today can shape a generation that grows up protecting the environment.

Women are at the heart of many of the communities we work with. From nurturing tree nurseries to taking part in planting and caring for seedlings, their work supports families and strengthens the land around them.

This International Women’s Day, we celebrate the women who show up

Our Croton trees at the Manundu site are demonstrating impressive growth, a clear reflection of the consistent and structured monitoring carried out by our team on the ground. Through regular site visits, close supervision, and timely maintenance practices, we are ensuring that the

Albizia gummifera is a fast-growing indigenous tree species that responds exceptionally well when established in a suitable environment with adequate rainfall, healthy soil, and proper management. Under the right conditions, its growth rate can be remarkable within just a few years.

This

Last week was such a great one.

We had a visit from Tree Nation, sharing updates from our nursery all the way to the planting sites. Excited to see the progress we’re making together.

Here’s a glimpse of the nursery where it all begins.

As 2025 comes to an end, we want to thank everyone who has supported our tree planting efforts this year.

Your participation has made it possible for us to grow more trees and create lasting impact.

🌳 500,000 trees in Tanzania
Our Plant to Stop Poverty project is restoring land in Mmbagwi through agroforestry and community tree planting.

Planted in 2023 at our Kerenge site, the Markhamia lutea has grown steadily, strengthening the landscape and enriching the soil.

This species helps prevent erosion, captures carbon, and supports local biodiversity.