Overview
This project aimed to enhance farm-level climate adaptation and household food security and nutrition for smallholders in Kenya and Rwanda by increasing fruit trees on-farm and generating evidence on the carbon sequestration potential of fruit trees for use in international climate financing initiatives.
The project reached over 3,500 beneficiaries, improving knowledge sharing and extension for sustainable scaling. There was also a significant increase in tree planting/growing, contributing to national commitments to tree growth and climate resilience strategies.
Key outcomes
- Developed an interactive suitable tree species selection and management tool for Kenya and Rwanda, which saw thousands of views and downloads, enhancing access to information on tree growing.
- Formed a farmer-led cooperative (AVOMAC) in Kiambu, providing a platform for better marketing and price negotiation, with farmers fetching higher prices for their produce.
- Improved understanding of gender roles in household decision-making around fruit tree growing, production, and income generation.
- Delivered various knowledge products, including journal articles, manuals, and briefs.
