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Green Gold Social Plants 1000 Trees in Chisengu

Zambia’s charcoal crisis: Why and how it is fueling the climate crisis and what we can do about it

February 18, 2025 | Author: Hope Mkunte | Categories: Blog

In Zambia, charcoal is a major source of energy for cooking and heating, especially in urban areas where electricity is expensive or unreliable. But the cost to the environment is

We planted 1000 trees for Chongwe Agroforestry Pilot Project to combat land degradation

January 5, 2025 | Author: Hope Mkunte | Categories: Blog

January 4 2025 was a huge day for us. After months of planning, we finally planted 1000 Leucaena trees in Chisengu village in Chongwe for our agroforestry pilot project to

Chongwe agroforestry pilot project takes off with Leucaena

December 28, 2024 | Author: Hope Mkunte | Categories: Blog

We are working with 300 farmers in 3 villages in Chongwe where we have held agroforestry trainings to help farmers become climate resilient.

African Blackwood: The $13,000 Zambian tree they are hiding from you

December 21, 2024 | Author: Hope Mkunte | Categories: Blog

The price of mature wood can be substantial, often reaching around $9,000 per log or $13,000 per cubic meter, reflecting its rarity and high demand .

The importance of Nitrogen fixing trees for agroforestry in Zambia

December 19, 2024 | Author: Hope Mkunte | Categories: Blog, Uncategorized

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

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

December 15, 2024 | Author: Hope Mkunte | Categories: Blog

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.

Here is why maize farmers lover Leucaena

December 15, 2024 | Author: Hope Mkunte | Categories: Blog

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

A successful climate awareness meeting under the trees in Chisengu

December 13, 2024 | Author: Hope Mkunte | Categories: Blog

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

Gliricidia Sepium! A maize farmer’s life saver

December 7, 2024 | Author: Hope Mkunte | Categories: Blog

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

Green Gold Social’s approach to agroforestry

December 2, 2024 | Author: Hope Mkunte | Categories: Blog

Design is crucial in our approach. We ensure that the trees do not compete with maize, the primary crop in the area.