Permaculture Projects in Tanzania
Fortune Kids Foundation in collaboration with Meru local government encourages the use of farming methods that do not rely on pesticides or bought fertilizers because they have been proven to be non-beneficial to plants. They are detrimental to organisms such as worms and bees, which are important for ensuring healthy and viable plants in the long term. Un-regulated use of pesticides and fertilizers leads to contamination of food by chemicals, which may cause health problems to humans.
Our expected garden for the few next months
As an alternative, FKEF It has special campaigns to educate the community on this safe way to live without affecting the environment or their health that is using compost collected from kitchen and human waste, as well as animal manure, which is sourced from the families with livestock in the Meru community, to provide nutrition to plants. Over time we have devised natural ways of dealing with pests by means of rotation planting and mixed crop planting, and the use of natural pesticides such as Neem and Papaya leaves.
FKEF is planning to acquire 20 stingless bee hives, which will produce honey to be used as food and medicine. We are currently working with consultants from Beekeeping Development Tanzania Ltd (BDTL) as we continue to acquire more knowledge in beekeeping.
Coming on this permaculture mission in Tanzania is the perfect opportunity to learn the know-how Our organization is implementing the environmental conservation goals. You will accompany them in planting the seeds of various plants, work on the relationship between different natural materials for the development of ecosystems and contribute to the reflection on the plans and expected effects of this process. No special skills are required. However, if you have knowledge of organic farming, feel free to share your ideas with the local population!
If you are an environmental engineering student, you can think about solutions to optimize and facilitate the working conditions of farmers.
Your accommodation
During your mission, you will have the opportunity to live in a host family in the village of Maji ya chai, one hour from Kilimanjaro airport.
