800 Women Exemplifying the International Year of the Woman Farmer
Since arriving in Kenya, I have visited many farmers to see how they are progressing, what challenges they are facing, and what they are planning next. It is fascinating to hear them talk about their work — how they view what they’ve learned, and the impact it has had on them and their families.
Some of the farmers I met have been with SANGO-Kenya for only a year; others are in their second or third year; and some are graduates of the program.
The farming processes we teach are organic and “homemade.” Above, a farmer is making organic liquid pesticide.
All of them are exemplary. All are women who have committed to attending every training and practicing everything they learn — from making organic fertilizer and pesticides, to planting, preparing, and eating the vegetables, to growing additional crops they can sell to improve their families’ lives.
Each one represents the best qualities that the International Year of the Woman Farmer seeks to recognize.
Farmers love using the organic pesticides they learn to make with SANGO-Kenya, because they’re effective, cost them nothing — and healthier, too!
It’s a monumental job, and one they take very seriously. They are so appreciative, and tell us every time we meet with them about their improved health, their ability to pay more of their children’s school fees, and the greater respect they’ve gained from family, friends, and community.
It’s hard work, but they are so grateful for all they have learned.
“These days, learning farming is a must,” one of our alumnae emphatically told us.
She’s not alone in telling us this. Community leaders including area chiefs, officers from the Ministries of Agriculture and Health, school administrators, and ward officers, all tell us that farming is essential for health and well-being, and the only path the community women have for getting out of poverty.
We agree — and the 800 farmers who are part of SANGO-Kenya prove it!
We could never do any of this without your support. Women farmers are the lifeblood of their families and their communities. Your support will help us reach even more farmers.
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With deep gratitude,
The SANGO-Kenya farmers, Winnie, Evance, Peter, Junior, Eli — and Connie and Kit
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