@Forester 🌲

Did you know that agroforestry systems store substantial amounts of carbon in trees, shrubs, and soil. This mitigates greenhouse gas emissions, helping to combat climate change and environmental sustainability effectively.

UMUHANDA WA BWEYEYE-BUGARAMA: Nyuma y’aho umuhanda wa Pindura-Bweyeye urangirije gukorwa, ukaba uri nyabagendwa, ubu hari gushakwa rwiyemezamirimo binyuze mu gutanga isoko, kugirango hakorwe undi muhanda wa Bweyeye-Bugarama (60.11Km). --- 1/2

Ayiweeee, Nyagasani akomeze arinde imiryango ni ukuri😢

Pruning avocado trees helps improve sunlight, air circulation, and tree shape. It reduces diseases, supports stronger branches, and leads to higher yields and better-quality fruits. Regular pruning = healthier trees and more avocados. @AnthonyEgeru @AnthonyEmaru

Today, 14 April 2026, Oscar NZABONIMPA, Executive Director of APEFA, conducted a field visit to ongoing project activities under the “Sustainable Farming Practices to Build Climate Resilience for Vulnerable Households in @BugeseraDistr . The visit assessed key infrastructure and interventions, including the tree nursery, constructed dam, irrigation channels, water pumps, and solar-panels installations. Implemented by APEFA and funded by @GreenFundRw, the project aims to strengthen climate resilience, promote sustainable agricultural practices, and improve the livelihoods of vulnerable households in Mareba [@MarebaBugesera ] and Ngeruka [@NgerukaBugesera ] Sectors.

Strong extension services = real results! Higher yields, better farming practices, improved incomes, and resilient communities. Knowledge in farmers’ hands transforms agriculture #Agriculture #ExtensionServices #FoodSecurity @AnthonyEgeru @AnthonyEmaru @DukoreMethode1

Mu Murenge wa Mugunga hari kubera igikorwa cyo #kwibuka32, Jenoside yakorewe Abatutsi, by'umwihariko abishwe bajugunywa mu migezi ya Mukungwa &Nyabarongo, cyabanjirijwe no gushyira indabo mu mugezi wa Mukungwa, mu rwego rwo kunamira Abatutsi bajugunywe mu migezi #KwibukaTwiyubaka

Uganda's fighting deforestation with the National #REDD+ Strategy! Conserving forests, promoting #sustainability , and restoring landscapes. The @min_waterUg is addressing drivers of forest loss with enforcement and alternatives like climate-smart agriculture #MWEWorks #ccd

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Amarushanwa “Five Fruit Trees per Household Awareness Campaign Football Competition 2026”, azakomeza kuri uyu wa Gatanu no ku wa Gatandatu, hakinwa imikino 2 ya 1/2 mu bagabo. Iyi mikino yo ku munsi wa 15, izasiga hamenyekanye amakipe azabona itike yo gukina umukino wa nyuma mu bagabo ku rwego rw'Intara y'Iburengerazuba. Aya marushanwa y'umupira w'amaguru, yateguwe na APEFA ku bufatanye na @GAINalliance , Intara y’Iburengerazuba, ndetse n’Uturere dukorerwamo umushinga (@RusiziDistrict , @NyabihuDistrict , @Nyamasheke , @KarongiDistr na @RutsiroDistrict ), agamije ubukangurambaga bwo kwita no gufata neza ibiti by’imbuto ziribwa byatewe, mu mushinga w’ibiti bitanu by’imbuto kuri buri rugo ndetse n’imirima ntangarugero y’urubyiruko ihinzemo ibiti by’imbuto mu Turere dutanu tw’Intara y’Iburengerazuba. Muri aya marushanwa y'umupira w'amaguru, hatangirwamo ubutumwa bugamije gushishikariza abaturage gufata neza ibiti by'imbuto ziribwa byatewe: basabwa kubibagara, kubisasira, kubivomerera, kubirinda ababyangiza, kubirinda indwara n’ibyonnyi kugira ngo bizakure neza, bitange umusaruro wifuzwa bityo abaturage bihaze mu biribwa birimo n’imbuto ziribwa turwanye indwara ziterwa n’imirire mibi. @GainRwanda @RwandaAgri @RwandaAgriBoard @EnvironmentRw @RwandaWest @ShimoYvette @alexnyandwiii @radioishingiro @rbarwanda

On 30th March 2026, Day 6 of the 10-day Joint Technical Field Visit under the Five Fruit Trees per Household and Youth-Led Orchards Across 5 Districts of Western Rwanda – Rooted for Health for a Greener Tomorrow project with @RwandaAgriBoard , @GAINalliance and APEFA as implementing partner continued in @NyabihuDistrict . The team visited fruit tree orchard sites, schools, home-based ECD centers, and a health center in Jomba Sector. The fruit trees planted are growing well and show strong potential. The team also provided guidance to beneficiaries on proper fruit tree management practices to ensure a high survival rate and increased productivity, contributing to the fight against malnutrition and supporting environmental protection.

Maracuja 🍈 (passion fruit) + Avocado 🥑 a powerful integrated farming model transforming hillsides into high-value ecosystems. This is more than intercropping it’s smart agribusiness. By training maracuja vines along trellises while avocado trees grow as long-term canopy crops, farmers unlock: ✔️ Efficient land use (vertical + horizontal productivity) ✔️ Year-round income streams (short-term + perennial harvests) ✔️ Improved soil health & moisture retention ✔️ Natural microclimate regulation for both crops ✔️ Reduced risk through diversification In regions like East Africa’s highlands, this model thrives where land is limited but potential is massive. Passion fruit delivers quick cash flow within months, while avocado builds long-term wealth, especially for export markets. From a business lens: • Passion fruit = fast turnover, local & regional markets • Avocado = premium export value, long-term investment • Together = resilience + profitability This is how smallholder farms evolve into sustainable agribusiness enterprises , maximizing every square meter while protecting the environment. The future of African agriculture is not just expansion it’s INTENSIFICATION with intelligence. #Agribusiness #SustainableFarming #Agroecology #PassionFruit #Avocado #AfricaRising #FarmInnovation

📢 Consultancy opportunity! Vi Agroforestry is seeking a consultant/firm to review & update its SALM Manual, strengthening agroforestry and climate‑resilient farming in East Africa. 🔗 ToR & details: viagroforestry.org/work-with-us/ 🗓 Deadline: 17 April 2026

🌾Agriculture is a fundamental human activity that naturally depends on nature. Sustainable agriculture will need first and foremost to consider two inseparable societal priorities preserving the environment and providing safe and healthy food for all. 🌿bit.ly/3YfrzcR

3/3 Malnutrition in Rwanda is real, but solutions must be driven at community level 🌱Through the “Five Fruit Trees per Household” initiative, APEFA is promoting nutrition, income generation, and climate resilience across 6 districts ( Rubavu, Rusizi, Nyamasheke, Nyabihu, Rutsiro, and Karongi). During the #UmurengeKagameCup2026 finals in @RubavuDistrict , Protais HABANABAKIZE, Director of Programs at APEFA mobilized communities especially youth to adopt fruit tree planting and healthier diets. Awareness that inspires action. #FoodSecurity #ClimateAction #Agroforestry #Rwanda"

2/2 With fruit consumption in Rwanda at just 91.3g/day (vs 400g WHO recommendation), the fight against malnutrition demands urgent, practical solutions 🍎 At the #UmurengeKagameCup2026 finals in @RubavuDistrict , APEFA and @RwandaWest engaged communities on healthy diets & fruit tree planting 🌱 Protais HABANABAKIZE, APEFA's Director of Programs, led the awareness effort by delivering strategic messages encouraging behavior change, improved nutrition, and household level fruit production. Turning awareness into action. #HealthyDiets. #Rwanda #FoodSystems #YouthEngagement

Food insecurity & malnutrition remain critical challenges in Rwanda 🇷🇼 * 19.6% of the population is food insecure * 32.4% of children under 5 are stunted * Only 19.5% receive a minimum acceptable diet On 29 March 2026, APEFA and @RwandaWest leveraged the #UmurengeKagameCup2026 finals in @RubavuDistrict to drive awareness on nutrition and fruit tree planting 🌱 APEFA was represented by Protais HABANABAKIZE, Director of Programs, who delivered key messages emphasizing the urgent need to integrate fruit consumption and agroforestry into everyday household practices. A powerful step toward sustainable food systems and healthier communities. #FoodSecurity #Nutrition #Rwanda #Agroforestry 1/1

A landmark day as @Kitabi_College & @ARCOSNetwork launched the #CareerFairConnectEvent! With 480+ participants, we’re bridging the gap between classroom skills and the green labor market. Huge thanks to the @EnvironmentRw and partners for supporting this vision.

Mukorere Imana mwange satani munteze imbere🙏 Mfite ubuki bwiza butavangiye rwose

Rwanda’s agricultural exports weekly performance | 16-20 March 2026 #Rwandaagriexports #RwandaCoffee #RwandaTea #RwandaFresh

More than 150 global leaders have gathered in Kigali for the UK–Rwanda Climate Partnership Conference, taking place from March 24 to 25 at the Rubirizi Campus. READ: newtimes.co.rw/article/34341/…