Uganda’s agricultural heartland is a paradox: despite being the backbone of the country’s economy and sustaining over 65% of the population, many farming regions …
Joshua Kato
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Despite being the backbone of Uganda’s economy and a source of livelihood for over 65% of the population, farming regions paradoxically have some of …
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The Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) has destroyed over 7,400kgs of expired seeds. The consignment, which was never sold due to …
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It is a bee hive of activity at an apiary in Nakifuma, Mukono district. The owner, Stephen Kunihira, looks fresh out of a sci-fi …
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Soil is the foundation of agriculture, yet across Africa, it is being depleted at an alarming rate. Years of over-reliance on chemical fertilisers, combined …
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“I did not know that what we call waste here in the market is gold for livestock farmers,” Peter Kilwana, a food vendor, exclaimed. …
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This year marks 11 years since the Best Farmers competition started. However, because it did not occur in 2021 due to the COVID-19 lockdown, …
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Maize Smut This is a disease caused by the pathogenic plant fungus Ustilago maydis. It can cause significant economic damage in dry, hot maize …
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During the 2025 Harvest Money Expo, it was clear that maize remains one of Uganda’s most important staple crops, providing food security for millions …
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It is the season of the year when maize fields are attacked by all kinds of pests. The following are the common field pests …