MFSC's current projects
Demonstration area
Observing how different food crops grow at this altitude, in this soil, in these climatic conditions supported by composting and water harvesting.
Trying out new or 'forgotten' food crops to enhance food security and income generation.
Sharing with members of the local community through demonstration, observation and experience.
Ecosystem Nature Trail in development
Walk and talk; listen and observe; learn and experience: - birds and insects, plants and trees, the stories of indigenous, naturalised and exotic species.
Tree and plant nursery
Trees, including indigenous species, fruit trees, shrubs and flowers to enhance food security, nurture the environment and feast the eyes.
Come and visit ...
We achieved accredited arboretum level 1 in 2025. See our listing on the ArbNet directory 
ArbNet is an interactive, collaborative, international community of arboreta. The ArbNet Arboretum Accreditation Program is the only global initiative to officially recognize arboreta based on a set of professional standards. More information is available at www.arbnet.org.
* Mbaruk Field Study Centre is a registered NGO in Kenya (NGO-JDUMWMJ).
All photos are copyright of Liz Njuguna-Wyatt and Nim Njuguna, 2024 & 2025
