Home Food Fortification, Processing and Preservation

Program Overview

This innovative intervention addresses nutritional gaps by teaching families how to enhance the nutritional value of their meals using locally available ingredients and simple techniques.

Key Program Components

• Micronutrient Fortification: Teaching families to add essential vitamins and minerals to their meals using locally available supplements
• Food Processing Techniques: Training on methods to process local foods to improve nutrient availability and digestibility
• Food Preservation: Providing skills in safe food storage and preservation to reduce waste and ensure year-round food availability
• Nutrition Education: Building knowledge about the nutritional value of different foods and how to combine them for optimal nutrition
• Practical Cooking Demonstrations: Hands-on sessions showing how to prepare nutritious meals using fortified foods

Program Impact

• 70% increase in dietary diversity among participating households
• 50% reduction in household food waste
• 85% of families now use food preservation techniques
• Improved nutritional status of children and women in target communities

Success Story

"I learned how to preserve vegetables and fruits during the harvest season. Now my family has access to nutritious food throughout the year, and I even sell the surplus in the local market!"- Mary, smallholder farmer, Kenya

Partnerships

We work closely with agricultural extension services, women's groups, and local food processors to ensure sustainability and market linkages.