Small Village Clean Gardening Initiative is a nonprofit tackling food insecurity through sustainable farming in Uganda.
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We promote climate-smart, eco-friendly practices that empower low-income households to grow their own food and help small-scale farmers boost production using organic methods.
In Uganda, with a population of 45.9 million, there is a significant demand for food, given the small food baskets. Many children in child-headed and female-headed households lack daily access to nutritious foods.
*Small Village Clean Gardening model focuses on sustainable farming practices, mainly involving the application of organic fertilizers to gardens, community awareness about the environmental effects of plastic pollution, and plastic collection to restore lost arable land.
**We train small-scale farmers and families to rear and care for rabbits and produce organic fertilizers from dung, and urine and we also buy excess fertilizers from farmers and sell them to large-scale farmers.
***We have to this period trained and given 10 model small-scale farmers rabbits and are pleased with their progress.
****We aim to expand its impact by reaching more small-scale farmers and collaborating with bioengineering volunteers to develop organic pesticides.
​Empowering small-scale farmers through sustainable agriculture is our priority.
​ Mission
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To empower small holder farmers to transform degraded land into thriving gardens using sustainable farming practices.
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​ Vision
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To eradicate hunger and ensure a consistent food supply using sustainable methods that benefit small villages.
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Shocking Facts:
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Food Scarcity in Uganda:​
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3 people out of 10 go without food everyday in Uganda​​​.​
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46% of the country's population is face food insecurity, struggling to access nutritious meals regularly.
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Children are most vulnerable to malnutrition hindering both their physical and cognitive development.
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Climate Change Impact:
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Uganda is experiencing unpredictable weather patterns, which are leading to increased frequency and intensity of droughts and floods, which are severely impacting crop yields.
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Agriculture, which employs about 70% of the population, is particularly vulnerable, with changing climates affecting traditional farming practices.
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Loss of Arable Land:
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Due to climate change, Uganda is witnessing the degradation of arable land, diminishing the capacity for sustainable agriculture and worsening food scarcity.
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Rising Temperatures:
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Average temperatures in Uganda have risen by about 1.3 degrees Celsius over the last fifty years, affecting the optimal conditions for crop growth.
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Our Impact
We are committed to positively impacting the small villages. Our initiatives aim to build resilience in small villages across central Uganda. We achieve this by promoting sustainable farming practices, providing essential resources and education, and empowering small holder farmers to take control of their food security while contributing to climate action and lost arable land restoration.
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Our Programs
​We have a range of initiatives aimed at supporting small villages in Uganda. These include programs for rabbit rearing to produce organic fertilizers and pesticides, establishing gardens for low-income families, implementing sun dryers and irrigation systems, creating seed banks, community-based plastic waste collection, conducting workshops, and providing training for farmers.
Get Involved
There are many ways to get involved with the Small Village Clean Gardening Initiative. We need volunteers who are passionate about changing people's lives; you can also donate funds to support our programs or help spread the word about our mission.
Irrigation Initiatives: Adapting to Climate Change for Sustainable Farming
As climate change worsens, finding better ways to farm has become more important especially in Uganda, where changing weather makes it harder for farmers to grow food and feed their families.
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Small Village Clean Gardening Initiative Uganda is a determined to solve this problem. Even though it is still small, our group has come up with new and smart ways to help farmers water their crops. These simple low-cost irrigation methods help farmers grow more food, save water, and deal with the effects of climate change.
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Why Irrigation Matters:
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In Uganda, climate change has caused irregular rainfall, prolonged droughts, unpredictable growing seasons, and severe farming and food supply threats. Using irrigation techniques is crucial to deal with these challenges, ensure a steady water supply for crops, and protect people's livelihoods.
Our Proven and Reliable Methods for Sustainable Agriculture:
Small Village has carefully explored and tested different irrigation methods suitable for rural Uganda's climate. From solar powered fixed sprinkler irrigation to solar powered drip irrigation systems, we have tested that save water, reduce environmental impact, and improve crop yields. Our work aims to increase farm productivity and strengthen local farming in Small villages of Central Uganda.
