“The land was the inheritance of our ancestors, which they gave us. I want to provide this same inheritance to my own children, adding in all that I’ve learned in CEPAD’s program.”

Modesta recognizes that farmland is passed down through generations but that the techniques of the past are not always the best. For example, Modesta farmed much of her life using chemical products to help her crops, without realizing the harm it was causing the land, her crops, and her own health. Attending CEPAD’s workshops on sustainable agricultural techniques, Modesta learned how to make her own compost and insecticides, using a water reservoir to conserve water, and the importance of crop diversification. Not only did CEPAD provide Modesta with materials, seeds, and training to start her family garden, but it also helped grow her self confidence.

“CEPAD’s program has showed us that we have the skills to produce our own food in a healthy and organic way. I always wanted to have my own garden with different crops, but I wasn’t able to accomplish it due to lack of economic resources and technical knowledge. Being a part of CEPAD helped me to get a garden. I’m so happy with the results I’ve seen! I feel as though I don’t have the words to express all of my thanks to CEPAD.”

Onions, cucumbers, squash, tomatoes, and peppers are just some of the new vegetables that Modesta is growing thanks to YOU! To provide more vulnerable women in rural Nicaragua with the same trainings, seeds, and materials, partner with CEPAD here.