Civicom Aid's Farmer-Managed Restoration Program empowers family farmers to practice regenerative grazing and cropping, aiming to restore pasturelands, croplands, and ecosystem. Our goal is to achieve sustainable food production for marginalized rural and arid family farmers.
Bunds Propagation
We empower family farmers to establish Half Bunds—simple, cost-effective structures designed to collect and retain water in semi-arid and arid landscapes. These curved barriers capture rainwater runoff, prevent erosion, and promote the germination of native seeds in barren lands. Over time, these areas transform into greenlands and productive farmlands, supporting sustainable agriculture, mitigating climate change, and improving local livelihoods.
Survival Rate: WHalf bunds have demonstrated high tree survival rates, as they are designed to collect, store, infiltrate, and prevent evaporation. These structures can continue to function effectively for many years without repairs, providing ongoing benefits to ecosystems and communities.
Collection and Retention of Water: When rainfall occurs, half bunds collects rainwater, where it is absorbed into the soil or stored for later use by plants. This retention of water helps sustain vegetation during dry periods, supporting plant growth and enhancing ecosystem resilience.
Germination of Underground Native Seeds: As water accumulates into half bunds, it creates ideal conditions for the germination of underground native seeds. These seeds, dormant during periods of drought, sprout and grow, transforming barren landscapes into vibrant, green environments teeming with life.
Human Involvement: Half bunds projects often involve local communities, who play a crucial role in their design, construction, and maintenance. Through participatory approaches, communities are empowered to take ownership of environmental conservation efforts, fostering a sense of stewardship and responsibility.
Cost Effectiveness: One of the key advantages of half bunds is their cost-effectiveness. Constructed using locally available materials such as rocks, soil, and vegetation, these structures require minimal financial investment. Their low-tech design and simple construction methods make them accessible and sustainable solutions for water conservation and land restoration.