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Make Afrika a Better Place
'Building Young People Sustainably'
Tikur Organic Farm
Welcome to Tikur Organic Farm's virtual haven, where the lush tapestry of nature unfolds in vibrant pixels. Our online gallery invites you to explore the rich essence of organic farming through captivating visuals and evocative imagery. Immerse yourself in a curated collection that captures the rhythm of life on our developing sustainable farm, showcasing the beauty of verdant fields, thriving crops, and the dedicated hands that cultivate them. Each photograph tells a tale of our commitment to wholesome, pesticide-free produce and the deep connection between the land and the nourishment it provides. Join us on this visual odyssey that celebrates the bounty of nature and the meticulous care we are investing in building our harvests. Welcome to Tikur Organic Farm's digital sanctuary, where the artistry of agriculture unfolds in every frame, inviting you to savour the beauty of off-grid farm life.
Sustainable Agriculture Seminar
This is the first event hosted by our corporate partner, Tikur Organic Farm, alongside Ghana Permaculture Institute. The seminar was a community event introducing the theory of organic farming, basic permaculture principles and the importance of building food security using sustainable systems.
The practical side of the seminar involved demonstrations on how to build compost, how to propagate seed and how to best prepare the beds for planting.
Even though the event was open to the community, we hosted some students from Christian Atsu School as part of our own future academic platform, H.I.M. lnstitute- Ghana Campus that will offer classes in agribusiness, renewable energy and social entrepreneurship.
Thanks again to our stakeholders and the Senya Beraku community.
The practical side of the seminar involved demonstrations on how to build compost, how to propagate seed and how to best prepare the beds for planting.
Even though the event was open to the community, we hosted some students from Christian Atsu School as part of our own future academic platform, H.I.M. lnstitute- Ghana Campus that will offer classes in agribusiness, renewable energy and social entrepreneurship.
Thanks again to our stakeholders and the Senya Beraku community.
Community Agriculture
Our first collaboration with Tikur Organic Farm and Ghana Permaculture Institute, in March 2024 was successful in building environmental awareness and good relations. Local involvement in organic agriculture is especially important in rural communities and this event demonstrated the power of unity since food security is everyone's business.
Seed Propagation
It's a technique of plant reproduction that involves the use of seeds to multiply, reproduce, or breed seedlings. In the propagation of seed, it's important to create a suitable environment for the seedlings with enough water supply, the right temperature and adequate oxygen until the plants are well developed.
Agribusiness Students
Our project partner H.l.M. lnstitute will be offering formal classes for young people in agribusiness, from growing organic food to various forms of processing and strategies for distribution. This platform will allow us to bring in more agricultural instructors and better facilities for curriculum improvement. The education is designed to prepare students for careers and entrepreneurship in various sectors of the green economy.
Compost Making
A compost pile is a teeming community of microorganisms that help breakdown yard debris into compost. Compost requires 5 ingredients, including organic matter, nitrogen, microorganisms, water and oxygen. Composting changes the nutrients in raw organic materials in a form that can be absorbed by the roots of growing plants.
Practical Demonstarion
This is a form of instruction that provides a powerful compliment to theoretical knowledge. These demonstrations assist in teaching a particular skill with multiple steps, in this example of organic agriculture. The practical demonstrations are a way to engage our student audience in a more complete way, rather than focusing on simple auditory or visual strategies.
Hand on Experience
Hands-on learning increases student engagement and knowledge retention. It fosters the development of problem solving and critical thinking skills and it allows for the physical creation of tangible outcomes. This type of experience can also improve social skills, increase motivation and enjoyment in learning.
Watering Compost
The microscope workforce that transforms old plant parts into compost must have water to do its job, so compost often needs as much water as actively growing plants need. Ideally composting materials should be between 40% & 60% water. When conditions are too wet, water will fill the pore space needed for air movement and anaerobic conditions can result. If conditions are too dry, the decomposition rate will slow down.
Class Engagement
This is the extent to which students show attention, curiosity, optimism and interest in the material that they are being taught. Students gain more adaptable skill set by engaging in experimental and community based learning, better preparing them for post graduation. This approach also provides a deeper connection to class content by encouraging students to apply their classroom knowledge to a real-world setting.
Soil Preparation
This is a form of optimising soil for healthier crops or plants later on. From knowing about topsoil and what it's used for, to Community Agriculture- Our first collaboration with Tikur Organic Farm and Ghana Permaculture Institute was a successful on building environmental awareness and good relations. Local involvement in organic agriculture is especially important in rural communities and this event demonstrated the power of unity since food security is everyone's business.
Permaculture Principles
The 12 Permaculture Design Principles are as follows:
1.Observe & Interact, 2.Catch & store energy, 3.Obtain a Yield, 4.Apply self regulation & accept feedback, 5.Use & value renewable resources & services, 6.Produce no waste, 7.Design from patterns to details, 8.Integrate rather than segregate, 9.Use small & slow solutions, 10.Use & value diversity, 11.Use edges & value the marginal, 12.Creatively use and respond to change
1.Observe & Interact, 2.Catch & store energy, 3.Obtain a Yield, 4.Apply self regulation & accept feedback, 5.Use & value renewable resources & services, 6.Produce no waste, 7.Design from patterns to details, 8.Integrate rather than segregate, 9.Use small & slow solutions, 10.Use & value diversity, 11.Use edges & value the marginal, 12.Creatively use and respond to change
Tikur Organic Farm
This is our new plant nursey that will serve as a house for seed propagation. It's area is 50ft by 16ft and it will eventually hold hundreds of trees, plants and medicinal herbs for various durations until they are ready to be planted in the soil. We will next be installing overhanging misters to water the plants, similar to the rain forests, one would find in nature. In the nursery, young seedlings are tended from sowing to develop in such a way as to be able to endure the hard field conditions. Whether local or introduced species, nursery seedlings are found to have better survival than seeds sown directly in the field or through natural regeneration.
how to prepare soil for planting, these topics are essential for the longevity of your plants. Loosened soil allows roots of plants to penetrate deep down, allowing the roots to breathe easily into the soil. The loosened soil helps in the growth of earthworms and microbes present in the soil, which, in turn, enhances plant growth.
how to prepare soil for planting, these topics are essential for the longevity of your plants. Loosened soil allows roots of plants to penetrate deep down, allowing the roots to breathe easily into the soil. The loosened soil helps in the growth of earthworms and microbes present in the soil, which, in turn, enhances plant growth.
Intro to Regenerative Farming
During the month of September 2024, we provided theory and practice to students in various organic farming techniques. Our Partnership with Becky's Foundation continues to grow with sustainable programmes like these.
Nursery Beds
Here, the students are transplanting their own seedlings from our plant nursery. Now, they can cultivate their own vegetables in their own space.
Bamboo Classes
This is our Bamboo Building, where we have classes in Agricultural Theory and we also lay down the mats and classes in Yoga for Jiu-Jitsu.
Here, inside of our plant nursery, the students engage in practical exercises around the cultivation of seeds in a controlled environment.
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