In the Sahel, farmers do not have the money to buy
chemical fertilisers. They use organic methods of farming
which works well when they do. Unfortunately, the
temperatures in the Sahel are already more than global
averages. Rainfall is scarce but when it does the downpours
are heavy. The top soil is often carried away, making the
soil infertile. People clear forests to grow food. Without
trees the ability of the soil to retain water reduces. Well
thought out agro forestry projects where communities plant
indigenous trees can break this vicious cycle. Tree Aid, an
international charity, raises money to support local
communities. It works with local organisations to help
implement these projects. The non-timber forest products
are sold in export and domestic markets. The trees also
grow food that provides vital nutrition.
Sections
Section 1: First 13 minutes about Sahel, Tree Aid and Tom.
Section 2: Next 16 minutes about the projects done by Tree
Aid .
Section 3: Last 13 minutes reflections on how to expand the impact
Host: Sanjoy Sanyal, Founder Regain Paradise
www.regainparadise.org
Guest: Tom Skirrow, CEO Tree Aid
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tom-skirrow-06a90b36/