Kastom Gaden Association (KGA) The Kastom Gaden Association (KGA) in the Solomon Islands (SI)is a local Solomon Islands Non-Government Organisation (NGO) which seeks to improve subsistence production and income generation for Solomon Islanders. KGA is the foremost NGO working in this sector and it's activities are guided by a five-year plan 'Strengthening Food Security for Rural Livelihoods in Solomon Islands Program'. KGA's broad approach to food security under the Strengthening Food Security for Rural Livelihoods in Solomon Islands Program has 3 components: to increase agricultural productivity through provision of training in farming techniques such as animal husbandry and composting, terracing and crop rotation as alternatives to slash and burn agriculture; to increase crop productivity through trialling and introduction of new varieties; and to strengthen value chains through information and training in improved marketing practices. KGA also plays a role in partnership with other NGOs in the education of rural