From chalk to cash: How Betty Amwony turned pig farming into power
Agricultural experts say Betty’s approach reflects what many small-scale farmers lack: discipline and planning.
Category: Smart Farming
UGIFT micro-scale irrigation boosts vegetable farming at Tandrundru farmer field school, Adjumani
Pius Jurugo, the Adjumani District Agricultural Engineer, said the UGIFT programme, which began in 2022, has been supporting farmers to increase productivity.
From cotton to cassava, a Kitgum farmer’s journey to agribusiness success
For Ali, the lesson from his journey is simple: farming can change lives when farmers are willing to learn, work hard and invest in the right crops.
Acilo resumes wealth creation initiatives with free maize seeds distribution in Oyam
An agriculturist, philanthropist, businesswoman and politician, Acilo aims to empower thousands of households in Oyam district to be in the money economy as her promised five-year agenda continues to take shape.
Lamwo farmers prepare for coffee expansion as district awaits thousands of seedlings
For Lamwo district, which is gradually recovering and rebuilding its economy after years of conflict in northern Uganda.
Leaguru farmer turns Api-culture into a green enterprise
Eberu’s journey into beekeeping dates back to 2005 when he enrolled in an adult literacy training programme supported by Community Empowerment for Rural Development (CEFORD).
Local seed businesses, Amuru farmers’ game changer
Local Seed Businesses (LSBs) are community-based, market-oriented enterprises that often grow out of organised farmer groups.
Amuru farmers lead the way in community- based seed production
In Guruguru sub-county, one group is producing soybean seeds, while in Atiak sub-county, the Ribbe Ber Ki Lawoti Group is producing simsim (sesame) seeds.
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.
Gulu farmers find hidden treasure in hybrid seed business
Ogik started this business in 2020 with an acre of Maksoy (soya) N6 which he sold as seeds to interested farmers.
Opito Moses launches perennial crop farming initiative in Oyam South
Opito Moses has launched perennial crop farming initiative in Oyam South, starting with Mothers and Fathers’ Unions at St John CoU, Aber.
CJ Owiny-Dollo urges Acholi to embrace perennial crop farming for sustainable development
The Chief Justice, who hails from the region, expressed concern over the persistent poverty levels in northern Uganda despite vast land resources.