Jardines comunitarios - Cultivando un futuro verde juntos

Abstract

The Community Gardens project is being implemented in the Saman de la Rivera neighborhood, Villavicencio, with the goal of addressing issues such as food insecurity, lack of social cohesion, and environmental disconnection. Through the creation of a collaborative agricultural space, the project seeks to actively involve the community in the production of fresh, sustainable food while promoting ecological practices and environmental education.

The project involves 30 families (approximately 120 people) from the neighborhood, who participate in the planning, planting, and maintenance of crops such as lettuce, tomato, bell pepper, cilantro, and mint. Workshops are conducted to train volunteers in techniques like sustainable gardening, pest control, and composting. The PDCA cycle (Plan, Do, Check, Act) is also implemented as a continuous improvement tool to ensure the success of the project.

During the verification phase, production results were measured, revealing that 85% of the tomato plants and 90% of the lettuces grew satisfactorily, with necessary adjustments made to fertilization and irrigation. Community participation averaged 70%, although fluctuations were noted and will be addressed in the adjustment phase. Based on the results, improvements were made, such as optimizing the irrigation system, redistributing crops, and enhancing volunteer training.

The expected impact includes the improvement of food security within the community, the strengthening of social cohesion, and the creation of a culture of environmental sustainability, with projections to increase garden productivity by 15-20% in the next growing cycles. This project, aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), lays the foundation for a greener and more resilient future for the Saman de la Rivera community.