A Step Toward Sustainable Food in Karamoja

In our last update, we shared that TCI was partnering with village leaders in the Karamojong communities we serve to plow 48 acres of land in preparation for planting. We are excited to report that the plowing has already been completed—marking a major milestone in our first large-scale farming initiative.

This effort represents an important shift from short-term food relief toward long-term sustainability. Each of the five villages is cultivating 8 acres of communal farmland, with the goal of producing enough food to support families for 4–6 months after the harvest. It is a meaningful step toward greater food security and self-sufficiency.

Beyond the immediate harvest, this initiative is designed to create lasting impact. Villages will establish communal granaries to store and distribute food during seasons of shortage, ensuring ongoing support for the most vulnerable. A portion of each harvest will also be preserved as seed stock for future planting, reducing reliance on outside resources.

Perhaps most encouraging is the way this effort is strengthening community. Families are working side by side in shared fields, and many are now starting or expanding small household gardens of their own. What began as a farming project is becoming something deeper—a movement toward unity, dignity, and sustainable provision.

We are grateful for your continued support and invite you to pray for a fruitful harvest and lasting transformation in these communities.