Seeds
Seeds
It’s a magnificent card this one, perfect for the person with everything … except a pile of seeds. More importantly this gift will pay for high-quality fruit tree seeds, so farmers in East Timor can increase their crop yields and also protect their land from landslide and erosion.
Communities in mountainous areas in East Timor are often faced with landslides, land erosion and limited water sources. The roots of the fruit trees that grow from these seeds help keep soil firmly in place, protecting villagers against such hazards. The planting of trees also prevents valuable water sources from drying up. Plus, farmers can generate an income from their crops so that they can provide for their families.
“I have planted two hectares with coffee trees which will produce coffee within three years which I plan to sell in order to pay for my children to go to university in the future.” Deolindo Vicenti, Covalima district, East Timor.
