Abstract

In rural Malawi, malnutrition remains a pressing challenge, disproportionately affecting women and children. Although agriculture is the primary livelihood, many households suffer from poor dietary diversity and inadequate intake of vital micronutrients—vitamin A, zinc, iron, and folate—compromising the health and development of millions [2,3]. A recent study by Vansant et al. (2025) highlights a promising, nature-based strategy to address this issue: the integration of multipurpose trees into farming systems.