Ask me (almost) anything, January 2023
To kick off this year, we are sharing a message from Mark Allaway, our consultant behind this blog, and his partner, Jill Lancashire – both also our GTI Australia regions coordinators. Reflecting on the year 2022, Mark and Jill share the following…
Mewsings from Jorge, January 2023
While I do not think about the past too much, Mama says it is a good time to reflect on the past year and think about what we have learned,
Food for Thought, January 2023
This recipe was inspired by a recent, very simple yet happy memory.Β Falafel is a Middle Eastern street food dish. It is quick, easy to make, and very convenient to have around.
A letter from our global director, Hans Timpner
As you are aware, it has fallen into my domain to run the Global Tree Initiative as the global director. So, let me first of all, thank everyone for the energy and effort that you have put into the success of this worthwhile cause.
Ask me (almost) anything, October 2022
One of our regional coordinators, Emma Defresne, and her husband Eric, want to make a βmodest contributionβ to our planet.
Mewsings from Jorge, October 2022
Things are always changing, even though we donβt want them to. I know I like my habits and routines. Yet, I am coming to know that nothing stays the same forever.
Food for Thought, October 2022
October is Vegetarian Awareness Month, an excellent opportunity to look back and wrap up the last 12 months.
Ask me (almost) anything, September 2022
In Augustβs article, Mark responded to Ralph and Jeremyβs question about planting in the tropics. This month, Mark elaborates more on their question on how to start a nursery.
Mewsings from Jorge, September 2022
I have come to understand this: Patience gives you the power to be stronger mentally and emotionally. This is all good stuff for me to learn.
Food for Thought, September 2022
There is so much to say and learn about food waste! So, I dedicating this monthβs blog article to delve a little bit deeper.
Heroes of the Gardens
Saturday, August 20 was World Honey Bee Day. I wish that we return the kindness of honeybees. Not only on one special day but every single day.
Ask me (almost) anything, August 2022
Team members, Jeremy and Ralph, are interested in doing a tree-planting project in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.They need more information about planting in the tropics.
Mewsings from Jorge, August 2022
After all of that travelling, Mama was off again! I did not want her to go. She is my whole world, although I do like hearing about her experiences when she comes home.
Food for Thought, August 2022
This delicious recipe opens the opportunity to talk about an important but often uncomfortable topic: food waste.
Growing friendships through the Global Tree Initiative
The Global Tree Initiative (GTI) is not just about planting trees. It is, also, about creating communities and growing friendships.Β
Ask me (almost) anything, July 2022
For this article about deserts, Mark advised that the main focus was not on planting trees, but on highlighting the conventional wisdom to regenerate landscapes.
Mewsings from Jorge, July 2022
Happy July β It is Time to Fly! Interpreted by Jennifer Troyan (aka Mama) This is post 3 of the...
Food for Thought, July 2022
These little patties are nourishing and filling. You can have them with a hearty salad, drizzled with lemon juice. Or, you could dip them in a bowl of hummus
Celebrating the Tropics!
Today, the tropical region is facing several challenges. Countries in this area are generally the most affected by climate change. Deforestation, logging, poaching, and rapid urbanization are other examples.
Ask me (almost) anything, June 2022
Looking after our precious resources of soil and water is a key goal for our Global Tree Initiative (GTI) community. Being good, wise managers of our precious resources is part of the GTI story.