Food Security & Sustainable Livelihoods

PTD Kenya promotes climate-resilient farming techniques such as conservation agriculture, agroforestry, and use of drought-tolerant crops like green grams, sorghum, and millet. Farmers are trained on soil conservation, post-harvest handling, and efficient water use to boost productivity despite changing weather patterns.

In areas such as Kitise, Kikome, and Mavindini, PTD supports communities in implementing water harvesting systems—including roof catchments, water pans, and drip irrigation—to improve access to water for both domestic and agricultural use. These systems are helping to stabilize food production and create new income opportunities.

PTD Kenya helps youth and women farmers transition from subsistence farming to agribusiness, linking them to markets, cooperatives, and value addition opportunities (e.g., fruit drying, seedling production, and honey processing). This approach not only boosts income but also curbs youth unemployment by turning agriculture into a viable enterprise.

Aware of the high youth unemployment rate in Makueni, PTD integrates skills development and mentorship into agricultural programs. Young people are trained in agripreneurship, agritech, and financial literacy, while mentorship programs connect them with experienced professionals and cooperatives for business incubation.

Through Village Savings and Loan Associations (VSLAs) and entrepreneurship training, PTD strengthens financial inclusion and empowers rural households to invest in farming, education, and small-scale enterprises.

The organization promotes nutrition-sensitive agriculture by encouraging the cultivation and consumption of indigenous vegetables, fruits, and legumes. This improves community health while ensuring dietary diversity. Women’s groups are supported with nutrition education and kitchen gardening skills for household food security.