Friday 16 September 2016

Broadfield  Enterprises Uganda - Youth Parmaculture Group In Uganda "Permaculture Eco-system is Our Foundation"
permaculture is the most sustainable and rewarding social entrepreneurship venture idea, that can change many lives . 
 Permaculture is the sustainable system to repair agriculture or to implement permaculture Sustainable designed patterns, recycle and usage of all other natural environmental resources to create a sustainable production and harmonized settlement. BEU is built on the foundation of permaculture implementation at a standard of turning the exact problems into solution “the problem is the solution” permaculture is the way to go for sustainability in usage of resources to satisfy man’s needs and the economy because it creates direct and permanent employment opportunity.
Seasons have changed, drought, floods and others adverse effects of negligence of natural resources that maintain the balance and stability of nature have become more visible and the time is long overdue for sensitization to reverse this is long overdue. Many young leaders assume that the idea of climate change is a distant aspect of life that is for old people. It is therefore imperative that a platform is created to share information about the same and demonstrate how urgent the issue is and what they can do in their individual capacities and in groups to make the world better.
The changing climate and the increasing scarcity of resources ,has left many communities financially un stable , increased un employment ,scarcity of food , changing of seasons , drought ,poor soils and other related problems due to ignorance of man to give the right response on all these challenges ,  by actions, observing , experiencing and understanding. Permaculture disciplines are components of permaculture eco-system that provide permaculture Knowledge and technical knowledge on how to respond to the current global environment challenges in a mutual benefit of man and natural resource usage in a  harmonized manner. These disciplines enable one to be in position adopt permaculture principals and knowledge to establish permanent –sustainable Agriculture systems, resource usage to their full potential without harming the environment especially the fundamental components of soil and climate fundamental. You cut costs of investment, Harvest money, organic food, good climate in an efficient harmonized manner and acquire sustainable permanent skills.
Permaculture, is built on principles of which all emphasis eco system functioning cycle of resource usage  in terms of harvesting from the nature  and the whole 10 principles are  embedded on the techniques of designing and creativity of the implementor to understand the functionality of the resource , what to harvest , when and how in the harmonized manner.
My new permaculture polished Version - social innovation of integrations, is the current best approach of introducing permaculture to all groups of age regardless the age, Race, religion and financial capacity. The permaculture Multi – implementation approach differs, in relation to the available resources, and topography and the available best alternative resources. Permaculture has direct impact on the first 3A and 13 (Climate Change) others are aligned on the sideline and achieved indirectly however it is possible to prioritize   them towards implementation of the design and set goals.

Permaculture involves stages on implementation, it involves the site Analysis Designing, the permaculture sustainable final Design and implantation. it has another important element of Zoning , it has zones from zero , one , two , three , four and five . All these zones complete the factors that favor  the successful implementation of the reliable sustainable permaculture Eco- system. Permaculture organizes the standard and proper usage of land scape and all other resources in restoration and regeneration matter, which reduces scarcity and creates sustainability.

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Describe how your Permaculture  addresses a social need, and how it benefits your target community

Almost 30% of Ugandans households are considered to be food insecure and chronic under nutrition in children is a critical issue. 30% of children under five years old are stunted. On average agricultural households have 1.34 hectares and 61% cultivate less than a hectare. The almost total dependence on rain-fed agriculture coupled with inefficient farming systems makes harvests way below their potential especially in drought prone areas. Drought in one agricultural season in Northern Uganda in 2012 led to a decline in food production of (94%) and income (81%). There is need for urgent change in the farming systems to secure food security and livelihoods of households.
The main cause of food insecurity among smallholder farmers is low agricultural productivity attributed to a number of factors: Use of extractive farming methods that focus on production outputs without replenishing soil nutrients, reliance on rainfed agriculture making farmers highly susceptible to drought, and breakdown in knowledge on low input based farming systems that promote harmony with the environment while fulfilling food and income needs.
My Polished permaculture Eco system social Innovation seeks to inspire a movement to change the smallholder farming system in East Africa to shift from traditional interventions of introducing ‘superior inputs’ to adapting a sustainable culture that looks at the holistic picture of how they live and relate to the natural eco system. This will involve building regional networks of smallholder farmers for learning and knowledge exchange on the sustainable culture. Extension agents will be certified in permaculture ecosystems by Blue host institution, Australia.  A knowledge hub will be developed for collection, dissemination of information on application of permaculture principles. Loan products will be developed with Micro Finance Institutions to finance integration of permaculture in existing farming systems and a certification system will be develop to create a premium market for smallholder farmers applying the smart farming principles.
The main prescription for the food security challenge has been introduction and provision of financing for ‘superior inputs’. Agencies such as; One Acre Fund, Technoserve, are using this model. The mode has shown great success in increasing productivity in the shortrun but has compounded the ‘extractive mind set of the traditional farming system’ that assumes that soils will remain productive as long as fertilizers are applied. Evidence shows that synthetic fertilizers alter properties of the soil in the long run causing soil acidification and giving rise to nitrous oxide, a potent greenhouse gas causing climate change that will harm future food production
By 2020 a network of 5,000 farmers in East Africa will have practical experience on use of permaculture principles for designing smart farming systems that use available eco system resources to optimize productivity. Farmers Households will be food secure, having at least 3 meals a day, and will be consuming at least 6 different varieties of food to enhance nutrition. The Income from agro-based products will have doubled.
Permaculture , will measure its impact by tracking 4 indicators; the proportion of smallholder farmers that are Certified, Ratio of extension agents to smallholder farmers, No of smallholder farmers whose households are food secure; having 3 meals a day, No of households that will have doubled their income by 2019.
Permaculture will have a network of extension agents certified in permaculture eco system principles reaching out to at least 2,000 smallholder farmers in 2 East Africa Countries. A certification system will have been developed for farmers applying smart farming systems to create a premium market and promote the culture of sustainability.






Saturday 3 September 2016

PERMACULTURE IN UGANDA WITH MUGARURA CHARLES
How you came across permaculture?
 Am Charles  Mugarura ,I grew as an orphan in Sabina home under children of Uganda and Daughters of charity by then, it was 2008 when Dan Palmer and Amada from Australia , visited my school and they made a presentation on permaculture and global challenges due to the quick connection to him I was able to join him as a helper first at the age of 16 , to implement Permaculture Across Borders Project – Sabina permaculture Food and water security program in the very home where I was raised since 1999 after the death of my father, many children in the home never liked permaculture because gardening at some point was recognized has a punishment especially in schools, my participation, interest, passion and the relationship with Dan and Amada gave me chance to be given a scholarship ,With my two close friends  Nyero  by the Board Vice Chairman Jan Smart, as Gift after being   touched by our enthusiasm, passion, deep connection with people and work towards this project. In 2012 December we sat for our PDC under Prof. Rosemary Morrow, Dan Palmer and Amanda Cuyler in Uganda – Sabina and we were the youngest student in the whole course with the best experience. From there I started doing external social permaculture as I volunteer to meet farmers until I was invited to design Permaculture project in  Kenya, in Uganda designing Bio Gas waste Management  and In Rwanda on a campaign of Tree Forest designing and home smart Garden, I did non-money oriented seasonal contracts on gentleman’s agreement with patterners, co-currently doing my high school-s.5 and s.6 and I would attend to them on my holidays, it got me some money that contributed to my personal welfare in school, during this process I made friends because I was always not after the money, results were a priority.
In 2012 I started formulating a structure and working in my business proposal focusing going commercial in terms of offering permaculture services and organic products which gave birth to Broadfield Enterprises Uganda ltd – permaculture Group private company which I registered in 29th January 2016 with GREAT Support from my Closest friends Dan Lavoie, Denis Bo……, Nyero Christopher and Julian Ainembabazi, who currently have legal shares. Am currently running the establishment of permaculture Demonstration Unit in Mityana on a temporarily period patternship as we look forward to settle on our permanent land with support of my beloved family(Bowmans), which will increase our commitment to development and Permaculture  Business share capital, we also strongly pattern with social organization(NGO) for livelihood empowerment to eliminate poverty ,climate change and health.
I have the experience to creatively implement commercial income returns permaculture venture that at the same time solve community challenges.
Why permaculture is Important to go?
Am deep in love with permaculture. Permaculture seeks to inspire a movement to change the smallholder farming system in East Africa to shift from traditional interventions of introducing ‘superior inputs’ to adapting a sustainable culture that looks at the holistic picture of how they live and relate to the natural eco system. Permaculture main prescription for the food security, the highest risks of climate change, sustainable livelihood challenge has been introduction and provision of financing for ‘superior inputs’. Agencies such as; One Acre Fund, Technoserve, are using this model. The mode has shown great success in increasing productivity in the short run but has compounded the ‘extractive mind set of the traditional farming system’ that assumes that soils will remain productive as long as fertilizers are applied. Evidence shows that synthetic fertilizers









Permaculture Summarized concept Note.
 Permaculture is the sustainable system to repair agriculture or to implement permaculture Sustainable designed patterns, recycle and usage of all other natural environmental resources to create a sustainable production and harmonized settlement. BEU is built on the foundation of permaculture implementation at a standard of turning the exact problems into solution “the problem is the solution” permaculture is the way to go for sustainability in usage of resources to satisfy man’s needs and the economy because it creates direct and permanent employment opportunity.
Seasons have changed, drought, floods and others adverse effects of negligence of natural resources that maintain the balance and stability of nature have become more visible and the time is long overdue for sensitization to reverse this is long overdue. Many young leaders assume that the idea of climate change is a distant aspect of life that is for old people. It is therefore imperative that a platform is created to share information about the same and demonstrate how urgent the issue is and what they can do in their individual capacities and in groups to make the world better.
The changing climate and the increasing scarcity of resources ,has left many communities financially un stable , increased un employment ,scarcity of food , changing of seasons , drought ,poor soils and other related problems due to ignorance of man to give the right response on all these challenges ,  by actions, observing , experiencing and understanding. Permaculture disciplines are components of permaculture eco-system that provide permaculture Knowledge and technical knowledge on how to respond to the current global environment challenges in a mutual benefit of man and natural resource usage in a  harmonized manner. These disciplines enable one to be in position adopt permaculture principals and knowledge to establish permanent –sustainable Agriculture systems, resource usage to their full potential without harming the environment especially the fundamental components of soil and climate fundamental. You cut costs of investment, Harvest money, organic food, good climate in an efficient harmonized manner and acquire sustainable permanent skills.

approach to permaculture implementation is very fundamental especially when we target objectives of sustainability, the young people need to be at the front in engaging .