We will begin with one project. Located high in the Hindu Kush Mountains of the northwest province of Pakistan are some of the most spectacular valleys with glorious views in the world. Some of the mountains reach a height of over 25,000 feet with the local population living in valleys at about 10,000 to 12,500 feet. There are swift flowing streams coming down from the snow-covered mountains and glaciers. The valleys are narrow, sometimes only a few feet wide, and at other times they spread out a few hundred yards wide.
Every inch is farmed in well-cultivated terraced fields of wheat or corn.
These are hard working people. This area is not stripped of the small trees that hold the soil in place. It is very well cared for. I know because I grew up on a farm in Mississippi and Louisiana. The main problem for these people is that they are so isolated and have almost nothing to live on, as they do not have the cash to buy anything.