Kitchen Gardening and Food Diversification

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Location

Gulu and Lira in Uganda

Beneficiaries

120,000+

Duration

16 months (2023-2024)

Status

Completed

About This Research

This research assessed the impact of kitchen gardening and home food diversification on maternal and child nutrition.

Research Overview

This study evaluated the effectiveness of kitchen gardening interventions in improving household food security and dietary diversity, particularly for women and children.

Key Outcomes

75% increase in dietary diversity among participating households
Reduced expenditure on food purchases
Improved nutritional status of children under five
Enhanced food security at household level

Best Practices Identified

Integration of indigenous vegetables
Use of water-efficient farming techniques
Linkage to nutrition education programs
Community seed banks for sustainability

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Publications

Preliminary Findings Report (PDF) Executive Summary (PDF) Policy Brief (PDF)

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