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Reel Organisation Reel Gardening is a pre-fertilised seed strip that encases the desired seed at the correct depth and distance apart. It is that simple.

The strip is marked at the right depth with a coloured line indicating both depth and seed type! Reel Gardening is a biodegradable seed tape that can be planted straight into the ground. The tape takes all the guesswork and confusion out of starting a vegetable garden. The tape contains high quality, non-chemically treated seed. The seeds are held within the tape at the correct depth and distance apart for the plant to grow. The illustrations on our seed tape are printed with a vegetable starch ink. These illustrations provide easy to follow instruction. The coloured area of the tape should be above the ground this is unique to each herb or vegetable, placing the seed at the correct depth. The tape also makes it easy for you to see where your plant is germinating and growing from, meaning you only need to water where the tape is visible saving up to 80% of water usage. These are just a few of the many benefits of planting the Reel way.

27/10/2026

Strong business partnerships create stronger communities.

Collaboration is key to sustainable change.

At Reel, we walk hand in hand with local champions, funders, and beneficiaries to ensure every garden planted is a lasting success.

Let’s build impact together.
https://reel.org.za/

South Africa faces a complex, heavy "triple burden" of malnutrition, undernutrition, micronutrient deficiencies, and ris...
21/10/2026

South Africa faces a complex, heavy "triple burden" of malnutrition, undernutrition, micronutrient deficiencies, and rising rates of obesity, driven by systemic inequality that makes diverse, healthy food difficult to afford.

Recent data reveals a major corporate paradox: while food insecurity has spiked to become a top concern for roughly 60% of corporate CSI programmes, only about 9% of total national CSI spend actually reaches food security initiatives.

This significant gap signals a major strategic opportunity for businesses. The best food security solutions for CSI portfolios combine immediate nutritional support with long-term household resilience. By shifting focus toward highly strategic, scalable agricultural frameworks and partnering with experienced organisations, corporates can bridge this gap and maximise their socio-economic returns.

Read our comprehensive guide to selecting the best food security solutions for your organisation.
https://reel.org.za/blog/best-food-security-solutions-for-csi-programmes

Food security is the foundation of a thriving society. 🇿🇦 We believe that no child should go to bed hungry. By simplifyi...
16/10/2026

Food security is the foundation of a thriving society. 🇿🇦

We believe that no child should go to bed hungry. By simplifying the way we plant, we are making it possible for every household to have a "grocery store" in their backyard. It’s about more than calories; it’s about consistent access to nutrition that is affordable and sustainable.

Read the article about growing food security one community at a time by National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF)
https://comms.evlink9.net/public/messages/view-online/0tyszcB1Au9FAqWd/utRF955oVuTZahLL/3e3fb18c7307e749

Happy Garden Day! 🌸 Today, we put down our garden forks, step back from the hard work of weeding, and simply celebrate t...
12/10/2026

Happy Garden Day! 🌸

Today, we put down our garden forks, step back from the hard work of weeding, and simply celebrate the spaces we've built.

Gardening is one of the most enriching educational journeys a family can experience, offering a living classroom where children can discover exactly where their food comes from and learn basic environmental stewardship firsthand.

Your garden is a place of growth, patience, and resilience.

South Africa’s most pressing development challenges do not sit in neat, isolated boxes.Issues like unemployment, poverty...
08/10/2026

South Africa’s most pressing development challenges do not sit in neat, isolated boxes.

Issues like unemployment, poverty, and food insecurity are deeply interconnected "wicked problems" with many shifting causes. Because no single entity can solve them alone, intentional collaboration is the only way forward.

True partnership means combining distinct structural strengths around a shared goal: communities bring invaluable local realities, NGOs provide long-term facilitation, businesses offer funding and systems, and researchers provide vital data.

By working collaboratively from different angles rather than operating in silos, we unlock resource channels, establish deep communal trust, and build lasting, resilient food systems nationwide.

Unpack what genuine development partnerships look like in practice.
Click the link below to read our article.
https://reel.org.za/blog/the-role-of-partnerships-in-community-development

05/10/2026

How do you take a local food garden pilot and expand it into a nationwide movement?

True scalability in agricultural CSI isn’t about throwing more money at a project; it’s about starting with a simple, replicable model that can grow across hundreds of sites without losing quality or exploding in cost per beneficiary.

To achieve true scale, programmes must focus on a defined "unit of delivery", such as a standardised kit, and ensure built-in simplicity for the end-user. For instance, utilising patented seed tape completely standardises spacing, depth, and watering, removing the technical guesswork that typically trips up beginners.

By avoiding bespoke engineering on-site and relying on proven, context-flexible layouts, corporates can deploy sustainable agricultural initiatives rapidly and effectively.

Discover more in the link below on the structural design principles behind highly scalable CSI frameworks.
https://reel.org.za/blog/how-to-design-scalable-csi-interventions

Did you know? 💡🥬You don’t have to wait for your spinach plants to fully mature before you start enjoying them!Spinach is...
01/10/2026

Did you know? 💡🥬
You don’t have to wait for your spinach plants to fully mature before you start enjoying them!

Spinach is a nutrient-dense powerhouse packed with vitamins A, C, and K1, as well as essential minerals like iron, calcium, and folic acid. By harvesting just the outer leaves using the “cut-and-come-again” method, your plant will keep producing fresh, healthy leaves for weeks.

Adding spinach to your garden gives you a continuous supply of homegrown nutrition that helps support eye health, reduce oxidative stress, and keep your blood pressure in check.

Get growing with Reel: https://reel.org.za/ 🌱

Globally, nearly a third of all food produced is lost or wasted, even while millions of households face severe hunger da...
29/09/2026

Globally, nearly a third of all food produced is lost or wasted, even while millions of households face severe hunger daily.

On this International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste, we are reminded that reducing food waste is one path to achieving true food security.

Localised food systems and home gardening play an overlooked role in combating this crisis. When we grow what we eat close to home, we eliminate the extensive transport, storage, and retail waste that plagues commercial supply chains.

By harvesting exactly what we need, utilising proper preservation techniques, and turning organic waste back into rich garden compost, we build a circular, zero-waste food system that respects our resources and protects our communities. 🥦🚫🗑️

Want to start composting at home? Check the comments below for a simple guide on how to create your own compost heap. 🌱♻️

Today is World Environmental Health Day! 🌍 The health of our people is inextricably linked to the health of our planet. ...
26/09/2026

Today is World Environmental Health Day! 🌍

The health of our people is inextricably linked to the health of our planet.
When we degrade our ecosystems, our food systems and communities pay the price.

By teaching the next generation water-wise cultivation, plastic reduction, chemical-free pest management, and soil preservation, we empower them to protect their local surroundings. Healthy soil and clean water mean nutritious, toxin-free food for our families.

Let’s commit to educating our communities on sustainable practices that safeguard both environmental stability and human wellness. 🍃

Happy Heritage Day! 🇿🇦 Today, we celebrate the rich cultural tapestry, diverse traditions, and vibrant histories that ma...
24/09/2026

Happy Heritage Day! 🇿🇦

Today, we celebrate the rich cultural tapestry, diverse traditions, and vibrant histories that make South Africa unique.

Food has always been at the centre of our heritage, bringing families together around the fire, across tables, and within communities. Growing our own food is a sacred tradition passed down through generations, anchoring us to our land and to each other.

When we collaborate to plant community gardens, we aren't just cultivating crops; we are preserving our shared roots, sharing indigenous knowledge, and growing a healthier, unified future for all South Africans.

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