The importance of Nitrogen fixing trees for agroforestry in Zambia


Nitrogen-fixing trees are vital for sustainable agroforestry, particularly in tropical regions like Zambia. In light of the challenging climate conditions such as droughts, farmers are looking for sustainable ways to boost their yields and the only way is to plant nitrogen fixing trees alongside crops. Nitrogen is essential for plant growth, but most plants cannot […]

Musangu: A tree close to a Zambian farmer’s heart


The Musangu tree, scientifically known as Faidherbia albida, is a remarkable species native to Zambia, valued not only for its agricultural benefits but also for its traditional uses and medicinal properties. This blog post delves into the diverse roles of Musangu in Zambian culture and health. Musangu has a variety of traditional uses in Zambia. The […]

Here is why maize farmers lover Leucaena


Leucaena leucocephala, commonly known as Leucaena, is gaining recognition for its significant contributions to sustainable dairy farming. This blog post explores its benefits, especially when planted alongside maize, its impact on milk production in cattle, and its role in enhancing drought resilience. Benefits of Leucaena with Maize When intercropped with maize, Leucaena improves soil fertility […]

A successful climate awareness meeting under the trees in Chisengu


We had a productive meeting in Chisengu village, Chongwe, with 30 farmers where we discussed climate change, and how best we can grow crops in times of drought. We walked for an hour over 10 kilometres to Chisengu where we found the villagers waiting for us under a tree they use for village meetings. Chisengu […]

Gliricidia Sepium! A maize farmer’s life saver


If you’re a farmer looking to improve your maize yields and overall soil health, you might want to consider integrating Gliricidia sepium into your farming practices. This versatile tree is not just a source of firewood; it offers numerous benefits that can enhance your agricultural productivity. What is Gliricidia sepium? Gliricidia sepium, often referred to as “quickstick,” […]

Official Launch of our website + seedlings offer


We are excited to announce the official launch of our website, www.greengoldsocial.org! To celebrate, we are offering Leucaena and Musangu tree seedlings at a promotional price of K5 each, with free delivery up to Garden City Mall in Chelstone. To place an order, please contact us via WhatsApp at +260965976490 or email us at greengoldsocialofficial.org. Payment is required upfront, and seedlings will be available for […]

Climate Change Forces Families from Gwembe to Seek Refuge in Zimbabwe


Mweemba has been living in Hwange, Zimbabwe for more than 5 years now. His family left Gwembe, Zambia following the 2018-2019 drought where crops failed and animals died due to lack of water and pasture. For people like Mwemba, Climate change is no longer a distant threat—it is a present reality reshaping lives and communities […]