Farming

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 …

As demand for sustainable materials and alternative sources of income grows across Uganda, bamboo is quietly emerging as a green goldmine. Though still new …

Can exotic and indigenous cattle live together on the same farm or kraal? Yes, they can, but only under careful management. Experts warn that …

Isaac Mulindwa, a smallholder farmer from Kyengera, used to wonder why his crops were not thriving, despite all the fertilisers he applied. “I did …

Eggplant is increasingly becoming a profitable crop for both smallholder farmers and market vendors. With proper planning, the crop can be grown all year …

Joan Kantu stands proudly among her 200 mutuba trees. Known scientifically as Ficus natalensis, the mutuba tree is more than just a source of …

Animal manure is one of the most valuable resources a farmer can have, yet many overlook its full potential. When handled and applied correctly, …

Pasture crops provide about 70% of the feed consumed by livestock. As expected, the importance of each kind of feed varies with the type …

Sam Mweleza, a rice farmer in Lyam village, Kibuku district, explains the key details of lowland rice farming. He says there are three main …

Gloria Nalweyiso, a resident of Matugga in Wakiso, owns two dairy cows and struggles to secure enough water for both home use and her …