🌱🎓 We're thrilled to announce the successful completion of our first-ever Syntropic Agroforestry course in Haiti! A big round of applause to Nadine and Tiga, who showed exceptional dedication and passed the surprise final exam with flying colors! 🎉👏 We firmly believe in ensuring that our participants truly engage with the course material and gain a deep understanding of the concepts. For those who didn't pass this time, don't worry! You'll have the opportunity to retake the course for free and refine your knowledge. We also extend an open invitation to anyone in Haiti who is interested in joining our next workshop. Come and be a part of this transformative journey towards a greener, more sustainable future for Haiti! 🌳🇭🇹 . . 🌱🎓 Nou kontan pou anonse siksè premye atelye agrikilti sentwopik nou a an Ayiti! Yon gwo aplodi pou @nadine_ayiti_dominique and @hyalwz, ki te montre devouman eksepsyonèl epi pase egzamen final sipriz la avèk san pwoblèm! 🎉👏 Nou wè enpòtans nan asire ke patisipan nou yo vrèman angaje nan materyèl atelye a epi gen yon konprann apwofondi nan konsèp yo. Pou moun ki pa pase fwa sa a, pa enkyete ou! W ap gen opòtinite pou patisipe nan atelye a ankò gratis epi rafine konesans ou. Nou menm tou, nou etann yon envitasyon louvri bay nenpòt moun an Ayiti ki enterese nan patisipe nan pwochen atelye nou yo. Vin fè pati de travay transfòmatif sa a pou yon lavi pi vèt ak pi dirab pou Ayiti! 🌳🇭🇹 . . #GrownInHaiti #SyntropicAgroforestry #Haiti #SustainableFarming #CongratsNadineAndTiga #JoinUsNextTime #Free99 #Ayiti #AgrikiltiDirab #agrikiltisentwopik #SyntropicAgriculture #HaitiansForHaiti #AyisyenPouAyiti #RegenerateHaiti https://www.instagram.com/p/CrhrxGAO_Rw/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

⚡️Electrify your garden and supercharge your plants!🌱 Our latest blog post reveals the secrets of ElectroCulture and how you can apply it to your own garden for amazing results. Get ready to transform your green space and give your plants the ultimate boost. Visit the growninhaiti.com to read all about it! . . ⚡️Elektrifye jaden ou ak bay plant yo yon kouran cho!🌱 Dènye atik blog nou a dekouvri sekrè Elektwokilti ak kijan ou ka aplike l nan jaden pa ou pou rezilta ki sipèrb. Pare pou chanje espas vèt ou a epi bay plant ou yo sipò maksimòm. Vizite growninhaiti.com pou li tout bagay sou sa! . . #GrownInHaiti #ElectroCulture #GardenRevolution #PowerfulPlants #Elektwokilti #RevolisyonJaden #PlantPwisan #Haiti #Ayiti https://www.instagram.com/p/CrcIsgOOQgR/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Jackfruit jackpot! 🎉🍈 Climbed 30 feet up to show off these beauties in their different stages of growth. Did someone say 'fruitful view'? Tag a friend who would dare to join me up here! 🌳🌿🇭🇹 . . Djaka a go-go! Mwen monte 30 pye pou m montre nou djaka yo nan plizyè etap devlopman. Men sak rele abondans la. Tag yon zanmi ki t ap renmen monte pye sa a avè m! ! 🌳🌿🇭🇹 . . #GrownInHaiti #JackfruitChallenge #SkyHighSelfie #Climbing #OffALimb #BèlBagay #Abondans #AyitiCherie #Djaka https://www.instagram.com/p/Cqyt7VAO2kb/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

🌞🇭🇹 Today, I had a meaningful experience at the local farmers market with my neighbor Ana, who sells her signature ‘fritay’! 🍴💚 As I wandered around the market, I snacked on Ana's delicious creations, explored the freshest produce, and engaged in entertaining conversations with vendors. 😋🍅🥕 The sense of community and the importance of supporting local food and culture truly resonates with me. 🌽🥑 My time spent at the market was a beautiful blend of learning, connecting, and appreciating the simple joys in life. 😊 If you find yourself in the area, don't miss the opportunity to visit and indulge in Ana's delightful fried snacks! 🌟 . . 🌞🇭🇹 Jodi a, mwen te fè yon bèl eksperyans nan mache lokal la ak Ana vwazen mwen an, ki vann yon Bon fritay! 🍴💚 Pandan m t ap pwonmennen nan mache a, m te goute kreyasyon Ana yo, m te eksplore pwodui ki pi fre yo epi m te angaje m nan konvèsasyon amizan ak machann yo. 😋🍅🥕 Sans kominote a ak enpòtans pou sipòte manje ak kilti lokal yo vrèman rezone avè m. 🌽🥑 Tan mwen te pase nan mache a se te yon melanj nan konesans, koneksyon, ak apresyasyon bagay ki senp nan lavi a. 😊 Si w twouve w nan zòn nan, pa rate opòtinite pou w vizite epi pran plezi nan fritay Ana a! 🌟 . . #GrownInHaiti #HaitianMarketConnections #AnaSnackExperience #LocalFoodLove #FarmersMarketEngagement #HaitiVibes #ManjeLokal #SipòteKiltiNou #AyitiCheri https://www.instagram.com/p/CqOOsVpO7kY/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Did you know that Cempedak, a lesser-known tropical fruit, can be hand-pollinated to ensure a bountiful harvest? 🌳🤲✨ Hand-pollinating not only increases the odds of success, but it also allows us to be more in tune with nature and its processes. 🍃🐝 The delicate act of transferring pollen from male to female flowers is a labor of love that brings us closer to the heart of this amazing fruit. 💚🌸 . . Èske w te konnen ke Cempedak, yon fwi twopikal ki pa twò popilè, ka polinize alamen pou asire yon rekòt abondan? 🌳🤲✨ Lè ou polinize alamen, ou pa sèlman ogmante chans pou siksè, men li pèmèt nou konekte plis ak lanati e pwosesis li yo. 🍃🐝 Zak delika transfere polèn soti nan flè gason al nan flè fi se yon travay lanmou ki mennen nou pi pre kè fwi sa a. 💚🌸 . . #GrownInHaiti #Cempedak #HandPollination #Haiti #Ayiti #PolineAlamen https://www.instagram.com/p/CqNj2W9uNJb/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

🌳 This season, our Bilimbi tree (Averrhoa bilimbi) is flourishing like never before, and I can't wait for this first major harvest! If you haven't heard of Bilimbi, it's a close cousin to the star fruit and has its origins in Southeast Asia. Somehow, this tropical gem made its way to Haiti, and I'm grateful it did! 🌏🇭🇹 The Bilimbi fruit is not just pleasing to the eye with its vibrant green color; it's also incredibly versatile in the kitchen. The tangy flavor makes it perfect for adding zing to salads, pickles, and chutneys, while its high acidity levels make it an excellent natural alternative to vinegar! 🥗🥒 But wait, there's more! Bilimbi fruit has been used in traditional medicine to treat various ailments, from relieving coughs and colds to reducing inflammation and even controlling blood sugar levels. 🌡️💊 I'm excited to share this amazing fruit with you all, and I'll be posting a fruit tasting soon enough. Stay tuned! 💚🌳 . . 🌳 Sezon sa a, pye bwa blenblen nou an (Averrhoa bilimbi) ap donnen tèt anba, e mwen pa ka tann pou premye gwo rekòlt sa a! Si ou pa janm tande pale de blenblen, li se yon kouzen pwòch karambòl la epi li gen orijin li nan Azi Sidès. Yon jan kanmenm, bijou twopikal sa a te fè wout li ann Ayiti, e mwen kontan ke li la! 🌏🇭🇹 Fwi blenblen a se pa sèlman pou plezi je ak bèl koulè vèt vibran li yo; li la tou ekstrèmman adaptab nan kwizin nan. Ti gou si li an fè li pafè pou ajoute zing nan salad, pikliz, ak sauce pimant, pandan nivo asidite segondè l yo fè l yon bon altènativ natirèl pou vinèg! 🥗🥒 Men, tann, gen plis! Blenblen yo te itilize nan medikaman tradisyonèl pou trete divès maladi, soti nan soulaje tous ak rim jiska diminye anflamasyon e menm kontwole nivo sik nan san. 🌡️💊 Mwen kontan pataje fwi etonan sa a avèk nou tout, epi mwen pral afiche yon video degustasyon fwi sa a byento. Rete branche! 💚🌳 . . #GrownInHaiti #BilimbiTree #AverrhoaBilimbi #Blenblen #TropicalTangyTreats #DiscoverBilimbi #TropicalFruits #TreeCucumber https://www.instagram.com/p/CqL2nm0u_CR/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

🎉 First day of our workshop was a massive success! ✨ We had 6 enthusiastic participants, all fully engaged and eager to learn about regenerative agriculture and environmental conservation. 🌱📚 Their thirst for knowledge was truly inspiring! 💡 Today's sessions covered essential topics such as soil health, biodiversity, climate change mitigation, and sustainable farming practices. 🌍 We're grateful for everyone who joined us today and can't wait to dive deeper into these fascinating subjects in the coming days! 🌿💚 Stay tuned for more updates! . . 🎉 Premye jou atelye nou an te yon gwo siksè! ✨ Nou te gen 6 patisipan antouzyastik, tout totalman angaje ak swag pou aprann sou agrikilti rejeneratif ak konsèvasyon anviwònman an. 🌱📚 Motivasyon yo pou aprann te vrèman enspire m! 💡 Sesyon jodi a te kouvri sijè esansyèl tankou sante tè a, divèsite biyolojik, alèjman chanjman klimatik, ak pratik agrikilti dirab. 🌍 Nou rekonesan pou tout moun ki rejwenn nou jodi a epi nou pa ka tann pou nou plonje pi fon nan sijè sa yo nan jou k ap vini yo! 🌿💚 Rete branche pou plis enfo! . . #GrownInHaiti #RegenerativeAgriculture #WorkshopDay1 #AgrikiltiRejeneratif #AtelyeJounen1 #RegenerateHaiti #Haiti #Ayiti (at Cap Rouge, Sud-Est, Haiti) https://www.instagram.com/p/CqLg5ERusUu/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

🌱⚡ Curious about the copper rod? We're tapping into the power of #Electroculture at @growninhaiti! 🇭🇹 This method harnesses atmospheric electricity to supercharge our soil, giving our plants a healthy boost. 🌿💚 Stay tuned for our blog post on growninhaiti.com for more electrifying details! 🔌🔋🌾 . . 🌱⚡ Kuriye sou baton kwiv la? Nou ap itilize fòs #KiltiElektrik nan @growninhaiti! 🇭🇹 Metòd sa a sèvi ak elektrisite atmosferik pou sipliye tè nou an, bay plant nou yo yon ogmantasyon an sante. 🌿💚 Rete branche pou atik blog nou sou growninhaiti.com pou plis detay elektrifyan! 🔌🔋🌾 . . #GrownInHaiti #GreenInnovation #SoilScience #PlantPower #ElectricGarden NaturalEnergy #EarthPowered #InovasyonVèt #SyansSòl #PouvwaTè #Copper #Haiti #Ayiti https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp6xRRKOud-/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

🌬️🌳 Nature's Power Unleashed! This once mighty tree couldn't withstand the recent gales, snapping at its roots like a twig. Imagine nurturing a tree for years, watching it grow taller and stronger, only to see it toppled by the forces of nature. 💔 Let's take a moment to appreciate the resilience and vulnerability of our planet. 🌍 How would you feel if this were your beloved tree? Share your thoughts below! 👇🌱 . . 🌬️🌳 Pouvwa Lanati Deklannche! Gwo pye bwa sa a pa t 'kapab kenbe ak gwo van ki sot pase an, kase li depi nan rasin tankou yon ti branch. Imajine ou pran swen yon pye bwa pandan plizyè ane, gade li grandi pi wo ak pi fò, epi wè l' tonbe akòz fòs lanati. 💔 Ann pran yon moman pou n' apresye rezistans ak feblès latè nou an. 🌍 Kijan w ta santi si sa a se pye bwa ou renmen an? Pataje panse ou yo pi ba! 👇🌱 . . #GrownInHaiti #AgriNatif #RegenerateHaiti #FallenGiant #NatureUnpredictable #CircleOfLife #PlantLoveGrow #GranPyeBwaTonbe #LanatiEnprediktab #SiklLavi #Haiti #Ayiti https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp0Kurtu_cv/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Our first cempedak fruit may not have survived the drought, but we're grateful for the rain that came just in time to save the rest of our young tree. 🌿 Fun fact: Did you know that the cempedak (Artocarpus integer) is a relative to jackfruit, breadnut, and breadfruit? They are all in the Artocarpus family, and like their cousins, the cempedak is a versatile fruit that can be used towards food security in Haiti. The fruit can be consumed raw or cooked, and its seeds can be boiled or roasted. The cempedak is also a great source of fiber, vitamins, and minerals. 💪🍴 As climate change continues to affect our world, let's explore and utilize more sustainable food sources like the cempedak to ensure food security for all. 💚🌍 . . Premye fwi sèmpedak nou an pa t 'suviv nan sechès, men nou kontan pou lapli ki vini jis nan tan pou sove kèk flè femèl sou pye jèn nou sa a. 🌿 Fè konnen ke sèmpedak (Artocarpus integer) se yon fwi ki kapab itilize nan divès kalite manje pou ede asire sekirite manje an Ayiti. Fwi sa ka konsome kri oswa kwit epi grenn li yo ka bouyi oswa griye tankou labapen. Sèmpedak se yon sous bòn nan fib, vitamin ak mineral tou. 💪🍴 Pandan ke chanjman klima kontinye afekte mond lan, fòk nou esplòre ak itilize plis sous manje ki pi dirab tankou sèmpedak pou asire sekirite alimantè pou tout moun. 💚🌍 . . #GrownInHaiti #ClimateAction #FoodSecurity #CempedakLove #AksyonKlima #SekiriteManje #RenmenSèmpedak https://www.instagram.com/p/CpsqCyMOG48/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

🌺 Did you know that the taro plant, also known as Colocasia, produces one of the most beautiful flowers in the plant kingdom? 💜 🌿 This tropical plant is often grown for its starchy root, which is a staple food in many cultures. However, its flower is equally stunning and deserves more recognition. 🌸 The taro plant's flower is technically called an inflorescence and is composed of many small flowers arranged on a central spike called a spadix. The spadix is surrounded by a colorful leaf-like structure called a spathe, which can range in color from white to pink to purple. 🍃 Interestingly, the taro plant's flowers are thermogenic, which means they can generate their own heat! This adaptation helps to attract pollinators, particularly beetles, which are active at cooler temperatures. 🌺 Next time you see a taro plant, take a moment to appreciate the beauty of its flower! . . 🌺 Eske w te konnen ke plant malanga a, ki rele Colocasia, gen yon nan pi bèl flè nan mond lan? 💜 🌿 Plant sa a konsidere kòm yon plant alimantè pou anpil kilti. Men, flè li tou senpman bèl e merite plis rekonesans. 🌸 Flè malanga a teknikman rele yon enflorèsans ki gen anpil ti flè ki kanpe nan mitan a ki rele spadix. Deyè spadix la gen yon bèl fèy ki rele spathe ki ka gen koulè diferan, tankou blan jouk rose ak mov. 🍃 Sa ki enteresan se ke flè yo ka prodwi chalè tèt yo, yo termonijenik. Sa ede a atire ensek, tankou skarabe, ki aktif lè tanperati a fre. 🌺 Prochen fwa ou wè yon plant taro, pran yon ti moman pou apresye bèlte ak enpòtans flè li yo! . . #growninhaiti #taro #colocasia #flowerpower #haiti #ayiti #agroforestry #diversity #natureappreciation https://www.instagram.com/p/Cpc8EQmOGk5/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Been close to 6 months with very little to no rain in our area. All cisterns are empty and we’re back to taking long hikes to the spring but we did all we can to prepare for the day the rain finally returns. It took me some time to get the welding done on these gutter brackets (due to gas ‘shortage’) but at least they’re finally up! . . Nou gen prèke 6 mwa depi lapli tonbe nan zòn nou an. Tout sitèn yo vid epi nou tounen nan mache pou nou ale nan sous. Nou te fè tout sa nou kapab pou prepare yo pou jou a lapli a finalman retounen. Li te pran m 'kèk tan pou soude ankadreman dal la (akòz gaz' mank ') men omwen yo finalman enstale. . . #growninhaiti #gutters #rain #watercatchment #community #preparation #welding #waterislife #notcomplaining #haiti #ayiti https://www.instagram.com/p/CowvT0VuCUc/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Roses are red, violets are blue, but planting a tree shows you care for more than just us two! 🌳❤️ This Valentine's Day, skip the dead flowers and give a gift that keeps on giving. Planting a tree not only shows your love for your significant other, but also for the planet we all call home. Let's spread some love and help make the world a better place, one tree at a time! Happy Valentine's Day everyone! ❤️🌍 . . Roz wouj, vyolèt yo ble, men plante yon pye bwa montre ou pran swen plis pase jis nou de! 🌳❤️ Jou Valentine sa a, bliye flè ki gentan mouri yo epi bay yon kado ki kontinye bay. Plante yon pye bwa pa sèlman montre lanmou ou pou lòt, men tou pou planèt la nou tout rele lakay nou. Ann pataje lanmou epi ede fè mond lan yon pi bon kote, yon pye bwa alafwa! Bòn fèt Valentine a tout moun! ❤️🌍 . . 📸 @pitterpadder . . #GrownInHaiti #AgriNatif #PlantATree #LoveYourPlanet #ValentinesDay2023 #Haiti #Ayiti #RegenerativeFoodSystems https://www.instagram.com/p/CopUqvCOf68/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Spotted a small flock of wild spice finches (Lonchura punctulata) hanging on the young jackfruit trees. The introduction of this species in the West Indies likely resulted originally from cage birds escaping or being released, but the population on Hispaniola was most likely a range expansion from Puerto Rico. These birds were first spotted on the island in 1978 and have firmly established their residency since. . . Mwen wè yon ti twoupo mannken miskad (Lonchura punctulata) sovaj ki chita sou ti pye djaka yo. Pwobableman entwodiksyon espès sa a nan karayib la te lakòz zwazo kalòj ki te chape oswa yo te lage, men popilasyon an sou Ispanyola te gen plis chans yon ekspansyon ranje soti nan Pòtoriko. Zwazo sa yo te premye takte sou zile a an 1978 epi yo te byen etabli rezidans yo depi le sa a. . . #growninhaiti #biodiversity #wildlife #nurtureyournature #naturephotography #nutmegmannekin #lonchurapunctulata #haiti #ayiti #regenerativefoodsystems #agroforestry https://www.instagram.com/p/Cock1BlOMYj/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

@essenseofyi just harvested yet another jackfruit! We have 3 trees currently filled with fruit and another 8 in hat are flowering for the first time. Looks like we’ll be having jackfruit all year at this rate. I’m not complaining 🤤 . . @essenseofyi sot rekòlte yon lòt djaka! Nou gen 3 pye kounye a plen ak fwi ak yon lòt 8 ki gen flè pou premye fwa. Sanble nou pral gen rekòlt djaka tout ane a nan ritm sa a. Mwen pa nan plenyen 🤤 . . #growninhaiti #jackfruit #djaka #haiti #ayiti #fruit #foodsecurity #harvest #foodforest #regenerativefoodsystems #abundance #growth #community https://www.instagram.com/p/CoLYOT_O19F/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Did you know that hanging tomato plants upside down not only frees up more ground space but also avoids most pest like snails and slugs. A companion plant can also be planted topside to maximize space and benefits. Hanging upside down also bemeans there's no need for staking and good air flow means that soil borne diseases are also reduced. . . Èske w te konnen ke Lè’w pandye plant tomat yo tèt anba non sèlman libere plis espas, men tou evite pifò ensèk nuizib tankou kalmason. Yon plant konpayon kapab tou plante avè’l pou maksimize espas ak benefis yo. Pann tèt anba vle di tou pa gen okenn nesesite pou jalonj ak bon sikilasyon lè vle di ke maladi tè yo tou redwi. . . #growninhaiti #tomatoes #tomato #upsidedownplanter #haiti #ayiti #companionplanting #regenerativefoodsystems #foodsecurity https://www.instagram.com/p/CmMMl0GuV6k/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Testing out drying turmeric and ginger to make powder for the first time. A bit late in the day to start drying but hoping that I sliced them thinly enough to speed up the process. Will keep you guys updated. . . M’ap teste dezidrate timerik ak jenjanm pou fè poud pou premye fwa. Yon ti jan an reta nan jounen an pou’m kòmanse seche yo men mwen espere ke mwen tranche yo mens ase pou pwosesis la pi vit. N’ap kenbe ou enfòme sou pwogrè a. . . #growninhaiti #ginger #turmeric #dehydrating #sundried #haiti #ayiti #powder #processing #foodsecurity #medicinal #foodstorage #abundance #fresh #harvest https://www.instagram.com/p/CmKT8uauVFw/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=