Poison in our plates: The silent danger of farm chemicals in Uganda
As Uganda continues to rely on agriculture as its backbone, the growing misuse of chemicals poses a silent but deadly health threat.
Category: Agriculture
Slow Food Africa leaders’ meeting concludes in Nakuru, Kenya
John Kiwagalo, Director of Slow Food activities in Africa, said the gathering marked not an end but a renewed beginning.
Government launches “FertiPlus” to boost coffee production in northern Uganda
In Northern Uganda, FertiPlus rollout has already taken place in the West Nile and Acholi sub-regions, with Lango being the latest to benefit.
How the Gulu exhibition triggered climate-smart action among farmers
Climate Smart Jobs (CSJ) aims to economically transform the agricultural sector by working with a wide range of partners, including private agricultural companies, media houses, and academic institutions.
A ‘new harvest’: How farmers in Aromo – Lira are adapting to climate change
By embracing innovative practices and resilient strategies, these farmers are not only securing their own livelihoods but are also contributing to a more sustainable future in the face of a changing climate.
From tailoring to tilapia: Lira man’s journey from sewing machines to sustainable wealth
Francis Ogwali, Production Officer of Lira district, emphasised that support for rural entrepreneurs like Obua comes partly through sub-county budgets and farmer linkages with stakeholders
Lamwo: 1,000 acres ready to pilot coffee growing
District production and marketing officer, Patrick Agaba says coffee could place Lamwo on the same footing as coffee-famous districts like Bugisu and Kasese.
Amolatar district receives 80,000 coffee seedlings worth shs160m
Amolatar Samuel Mbiwa has directed agricultural extension workers to support coffee farmers to ensure they succeed.
Govt intends to make Lamwo a coffee-growing district
Agaba says this vision could place Lamwo on the same footing as coffee-famous districts like Bugisu and Kasese.
Lamwo district stores are idle
To address these challenges and support local farmers, the Lamwo district government invested in establishing at least 50 storage facilities across the district.
Lamwo farmers cautioned against early sale of harvested produce
As harvest season kicks in across Lamwo, the caution serves as a timely reminder for farmers to protect the value of their sweat and plan for sustainable incomes.
Lamwo moves to streamline agricultural enterprises for competitive market visibility
The new approach seeks to encourage farmers to concentrate on fewer, high-potential enterprises that align with Lamwo’s agro-ecological conditions and market demand.