Northern Dryland
Resource Centre
The Northern Dryland Resource Centre (NORDREC), was established to apply the Resilience Design approach to regenerate and enhance agricultural productivity, while empowering communities and programs to proactively address land degradation, climate variability, and increasing shocks and stresses. Resilience Design is community driven and grounded in agro ecological principles that integrate complementary strategies and practices. The Centre’s mission is to advance sustainable dryland regeneration through integrated training, research, and innovative approaches that restore ecosystems and strengthen local livelihoods. NORDREC specializes in regenerative techniques, natural resource management, climate resilience, and addressing socio-economic challenges in dryland areas.
Approach: Promote sustainable land use, water conservation, agroforestry, and community participation.
Goal: A hub for innovation and knowledge, contributing to environmental conservation, food security, and economic empowerment in Northern Kenya and beyond.
Our Mission
To empower dryland agro-pastoralists and farmers' cooperatives with knowledge and skills for Sustainable farming and ecosystem regeneration.
Our Vision
To be a leading resource center for dryland regeneration across Northern Kenya and Somalia, promoting sustainable and regenerative agriculture through education, research, and partnerships. Support for Farmers: Providing practical solutions and fostering collaboration for environmental preservation and socio-economic progress.
Why Establish
NORDREC?
🌱 Strengthen food supply systems to mitigate drought impacts
📚 Build knowledge on the interplay of resources, communities, and external factors
🤝 Promote participatory investments targeting local priorities
🌍 Address drought and land degradation risks
Our Objectives
1
Empower rural communities to reclaim degraded lands
2
Develop and promote sustainable agricultural practices
3
Enhance community resilience to climate change
Strategic
Goals
🌱 Recruit and retain a skilled team to lead regeneration efforts.
🏗️ Provide infrastructure to support sustainable growth and innovation.
⚖️ Assess risks and implement mitigation plans effectively.
🌍 Enhance NORDREC’s local, national, and international reputation.
Thematic Areas
Training & Capacity Building
Hands-on training in beekeeping, sustainable land management, soil conservation, water management, and agroforestry.
Sustainable Food Supplies
Promote soil health, rainwater harvesting, crop diversity, and drought-resistant farming practices.
Rainwater Harvesting
Support reliable water sources through efficient collection and storage methods.
Research on Sustainable Livelihoods in ASALs
Conducting studies and generating knowledge to support sustainable practices in ASALs.
Biodiversity
Advocate for preserving ecosystems critical for food security, climate stability, and economic growth.
Land Regeneration
Implement regenerative agriculture to rebuild soil health, enhance water retention, and sequester carbon.
Dryland Strategies
Promote soil tillage, windbreaks, and mulching to conserve water and improve crop resilience.
Strategic
Implementation
