By Miriam Kariuki | Project Coordinator
This quarter, our permaculture farm remained a vital source of nourishment and empowerment for the women and children at the shelter. However, we faced significant climatic challenges, including a prolonged period of drought and intense heat. Despite these difficulties, we successfully maintained and expanded food production by implementing water-efficient irrigation techniques and mulching to retain soil moisture. Our yields of spinach, kale, carrots, bananas, pumpkins, coriander, cucumbers, cabbages, onions, and various fruits continue to provide a reliable supply of nutritious food, ensuring that our shelter remains food-secure.
Beyond feeding the residents, the farm is a powerful tool for empowerment. Women actively engage in various farm activities, including seed propagation, transplanting, composting, mulching, pest control, irrigation, and harvesting. Through these activities, they gain hands-on experience in organic farming, sustainable agricultural techniques, and climate adaptation strategies.
While the farm primarily sustains the shelter’s food supply, we recognize its potential to generate income in the future. As we continue improving production, we hope to create market opportunities for surplus produce, allowing survivors to develop entrepreneurship skills and financial independence.
By Miriam Kariuki | Project Coordinator
By Esther Munji | Program Coordinator
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