prioritizing future development and growth - Stuckeman

11FOOD SECURITYDesign Solutions - Crop Production & WoodlotsInitiating Woodlots through Crop ProductionThe use of woodlots in Kisawasawa will be necessary in the future for fuel. The initial set-up ofthe lots may seem like a wasted space to many in the village since the trees will be too young tocultivate, and so a combinated of crop production and woodlots can be used. To maximize landefficiency for both the woodlot and food production, the combination can benefit the farmer andthe community through the duel uses.Combining both crop production and woodlot design allows for root vegetables to be grownbetween the spaced trees. The canopy will never be full and closed since the villagers will becutting and utilizing the woodlot for fuel. NGO’s such as WWF or government programs such asTANAPA can be options for assistance and funding for the set-up of the combined woodlots.Section View of Crop Production& WoodlotThe 10m spacing between thetrees allows for ample light toreach the cropsPlan View of Crop Production& Woodlot10m10mPRIORITIZING FUTURE DEVELOPMENT AND GROWTH:ADDRESSING FOOD, FUEL, WATER AND INFRASTRUCTURE IN KISAWASAWA, TANZANIA