Boosting the Garden Farm at CICD

We have decided to put all hands on deck and truly enhance the Garden Farm at CICD. We all understand the importance of having an organic garden. Some of our students also participate in projects where they work with locals on farming and tree planting. Having a well-developed garden farm at the College is not only a valuable food source for our community but also serves as a classroom, preparing students for their future projects.

A Bountiful Harvest and Sustainable Practices

The harvest has been incredible: potatoes, carrots, cabbages, onions, tomatoes, cucumbers, leeks, a variety of kitchen herbs, fruits, and much more. With such an abundant yield, we significantly reduce our need to buy produce, and in some cases, we even have excess to share or sell.

As a student at CICD, you typically spend several hours each week in the garden during the spring and summer, engaging in hands-on learning. Our garden farm follows organic principles, and we have recently integrated permaculture techniques. This has been a game-changer, making our garden more productive and diverse than ever before.

Our Climate Activist Teams are the ones who benefit the most from working in the garden. They spend extensive time in the walled garden, acquiring knowledge and helping to develop it further. Other student teams also participate, as the garden serves as an interactive classroom for all.

The Importance of Gardening for Health and Community

Initially, students questioned why gardening was so significant. The answer was clear: Health, Happiness, Education, Community, Environment, and Future. Today, knowing what we eat has become invaluable. The organic garden plays a crucial role in improving our nutrition. Growing vegetables fosters a sense of self-sufficiency, promotes outdoor activity, and teaches self-sustainability. Moreover, understanding that this knowledge can positively impact others makes the experience even more rewarding.

Both CICD students and teachers have realized that successful gardening requires careful planning, problem-solving, and creativity. Gardening together strengthens our bonds, and witnessing the results of our collective efforts has brought our CICD community even closer.