The Square Meter Growing program was really the demonstration of a simple philosophy. Utilizing the natural resources available in the area, simple, sustainable home gardens were created for the purpose of supplementing each family's diet.  Composting, environmental awareness, nutrition, and confidence in the possibility of helping self, family and community in food production, as well as economic benefits from produce sales and related small business potential were are all part of the program. The method adapted to all cultural and geographical situations. The only monetary investment necessary was seed appropriate to the climate and culture.

Partners and members of the Square Foot Gardening Foundation taught this methodology to volunteers at a Florida training center and presented seminars in Haiti, Guyana, El Salvador, Bolivia, Nicaragua and elsewhere. Originally sponsored by The Square Foot Gardening Foundation and Mel Bartholomew, the lessons from the Square Meter program evolved into the Global Grid Garden method. For more information on this methodology, visit the Square Foot Gardening website: http://www.squarefootgardening.com.