Technical Briefs
Keyhole Gardens in Lesotho
Overview
Within the frame of the project “Protecting and Improving Food and Nutrition Security of Orphans and HIV/AIDS-affected Children” implemented in Lesotho, this case study highlights the keyhole garden’s model, presenting the main elements of the intervention, as well as the lessons learned. Keyhole gardens in this project were identified as the most effective way to increase homestead food production through biointensive agriculture,for more healthy diets.
Publication Year:
2013
Source | Publisher:
Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO)
Best Suited For:
Community Leaders, Frontline Personnel, Monitoring & Evaluation Team, Programs Team
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