Battambang, KH – Monitoring and support is important for children’s study and economic improvement – Jul 2025
July in Battambang marks the height of the rainy season, bringing with it challenging conditions such as wet and muddy terrain, and in some areas, even flooding. These weather conditions often make transportation difficult, especially when trying to reach remote communities. Despite these obstacles, Healthy Life garden shop’s support and monitoring efforts have continued steadily, focusing on helping vulnerable families improve their economic situation and encouraging their children to stay in school. We encourage parents to value their children’s education, and guide them towards small but meaningful steps to improve their livelihoods.
One key achievement during this month has been the consistent effort of families to maintain productive vegetable gardens, even with limited space. Many have taken to planting vegetables in small plots or raised beds to adapt to the wet ground conditions. This initiative has proven valuable, with families able to use the produce for their daily meals, share with neighbors, or earn a modest income by selling surplus vegetables of typically between $2 to $5 per harvest.
However, challenges remain. The soggy soil has made traditional gardening difficult, and many families lack access to seeds, seedlings, and fertilizer. These limitations impact the scale and consistency of their harvests. To address this, we’ve encouraged families to plant in raised beds or containers as a practical solution. Even a few pots can make a difference, especially in tight or muddy spaces.
Looking ahead, we aim to continue supporting the families with practical solutions to sustainability challenges, resources, and regular visits. Most importantly, we remain inspired by the families’ dreams – to see their children finish school and receive a good education. This shared vision continues to drive our work and deepen our commitment to uplifting the most vulnerable in our communities.
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