Services
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Farming Infrastructure & Development
Let us assist you with the development of land for planting, growing, cultivating, and harvesting crops, management plans and the overall development of your farm or urban garden.
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Training, Mentoring and Education Program
Looking for a mentorship program that focuses on agricultural development and best farming practices? Allow us to guide you on the way to becoming a better farmer.
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Water Resilient System Development
The droughts of 2015 in the Western Cape taught us an important lesson about sustainable water practices. At LUFN be believe that water resilient systems are the key to unlocking potential within the urban agriculture sector. From rain catchment systems to hydroponic and aquaponic installations. LUFN is your one stop shop when to comes to water resilient systems.
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Vegetable Supply
Purchase high quality organic vegetables directly from local farmers and gardens around the Western Cape.
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Farming Management and Market Coordination
Are you an organic farmer looking to bring your product to market? Allow us to assist you with harvest management and coordination. From cataloging and grading your product to final sale to the end customer. LUFNs experiences team can assist with all your farm management and market coordination needs.
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Food Security Program
We are dedicated to improving food and nutrition security in the Western Capes poorest countries. In 2015 LUFN started a food security program for pupils attending Itlanganiso Secondary School in Khayelitsha. In partnership with the Western Cape education department LUFN has grown this program to 7 local schools and communities, providing healthy organic vegetables to those in need.
COLLABERATIONS
INTEGRATED SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT
ISD Foundation partners to design and deliver integrated urban models and strategies that connect local needs with sustainable development objectives in under-resourced communities.
We aim to build the capacity and resilience of local actors and policy makers, as well as mobilize effective international working coalitions of technical experts, innovators, and investors.
OKRA
OKRA has designed an aquaponics and hydroponics system, fed by rainwater, in support of the urban farm at Intlaganiso school. The system is currently managed by LUFN. As part of a long term and larger vision and in collaboration with LUFN, OKRA has designed and implemented additional green areas within the outdoor spaces of the school. These includes edible and aromatic plants, that contribute to the educational goals of the urban farm.
