Preservation of the Tradition of Consuming the Local ‘ONDO’ Sweet Potato in Done Village, Magepanda District.

Project Description

This project aims to revitalize and preserve the tradition of consuming *ONDO*—a local tuber—passed down through generations in Done Village, Magepanda District. Historically, *ONDO* has been stigmatized as a food consumed only during times of famine or drought, despite possessing high nutritional value and significant economic potential when processed into various food products.

Through this project, the younger generation is introduced to the nutritional benefits of *ONDO*, techniques for processing it into value-added products, and the importance of protecting the plant’s natural habitat as part of efforts to preserve local food sources amidst the challenges of climate change.

Activities Carried Out

• Education on the nutritional value and benefits of consuming ONDO.
• Mapping of ONDO habitats in Done Village.
• Training on sustainable ONDO harvesting.
• Training on the processing and packaging of ONDO-based products.
• Assistance for the development of local food-based economic enterprises.

Project Achievements

• The ONDO habitat in Done Village is becoming increasingly well-preserved.
• Increasing public understanding of the nutritional value and benefits of ONDO.
• A reduction in the negative stigma surrounding ONDO consumption.
• Young people possess the skills to harvest, process, and package ONDO into products with economic value.
• The Village Government is committed to supporting the development of ONDO-based economic enterprises by the youth.