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  • How we Grow and Use Comfrey in Forest Gardens

    By Yahaya Jumanne Planting Comfrey: We propagated through root cuttings or crown divisions, as this method ensures faster growth. It prefers sunny locations, but can also tolerate partial shade. Once established, comfrey is drought-resistant and can thrive with minimal care. Spacing: Plant comfrey 2-3 feet apart, as it grows large and spreads quickly. Watering: Ensure…

  • Vegetable growing with groups

    By Julius Mariki Approximately 723,000 Tsh was spent on purchasing a total of 11 vegetable varieties including collard, black nightshade, Chinese cabbage, spinach, Leshuu, eggplant, okra, onion, chili pepper, carrot, and field pumpkin. The selection of vegetable varieties for our training program was carefully tailored to the water availability in different areas (see more below).…

  • Outplanting seedlings for a live fence

    Outplanting Acacial polycantha, Gliricidia sepium and Leucaena leucocephala seedlings on the boundaries of a farm is time to happen right at the start of the rainy season, when the first rains have soaked the ground. However, preparations need to start beforehand. These are the steps to outplant seedlings on the farm borders: Live fence expected…