farming 6 November 2026 Daily Monitor (Uganda)

UIRI and Jogwya Farm Answer Kabermaido Farmers' Call for Help

Farmers in Kabermaido are regaining hope as the Uganda Industrial Research Institute and Jogwya Farm step in to provide much-needed agricultural support and training. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/magazines/farming/how-uiri-jogwya-farm-are-responding-to-kabermaido-farmers-distress-call-5659514

Agriculture in Kabermaido is experiencing a renewed sense of optimism as local farmers receive crucial backing from key institutions. Following distress calls regarding productivity challenges, Mr Eretu and his fellow farmers are now engaging with experts to transform their farming methods.

Through an intervention led by the Uganda Industrial Research Institute (UIRI) and Jogwya Farm, the farming community is being introduced to modern agricultural practices. These initiatives focus on improving yields, enhancing value addition, and equipping growers with the practical skills needed to navigate current market demands.

Local stakeholders have expressed relief as the partnership brings specialized knowledge directly to the grassroots level. By mastering these recommended techniques, farmers hope to overcome longstanding hurdles and secure better livelihoods from their land.