An Update From Our ACT Uganda Agriculture Program!

We're thrilled to share progress from our permagarden initiative. Recent follow-up evaluations in Muko Sub-County, Uganda parishes show that more than half of our permagarden trainees continue to utilize their gardens! Not only are these gardens providing essential vegetables for their households, but many farmers are also generating small revenues from selling surplus produce.

Farmers shared two main challenges: a lack of desirable vegetable seeds for replanting and adverse climate conditions like drought. To combat this, we will secure a stock of small packets of carrot, spinach, and green pepper seeds, making them available for sale at cost to local permagarden farmers.

The Allen Foundation Project's Next Phase:

Our team is preparing for the next phase of the Allen Foundation project, starting with meetings with local officials in October to introduce the permagarden initiative, secure approvals, and identify new trainees.

Before training sessions, hemoglobin testing will be conducted to identify individuals at risk of anemia. Those with low hemoglobin levels will be strongly encouraged to participate in both permagarden and nutrition training, ensuring our efforts reach those who can benefit most from improved nutrition. We're acquiring additional testing equipment to facilitate this crucial step.

We are incredibly proud of the dedication of our farmers and the ongoing positive impact of the ACT permagarden program. Thank you to the Allen Foundation and our donors for your support!

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