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farming
Recent farming coverage and related updates from across Uganda Online.
farming 28 March 2026
Judith Namulindwa has transformed a small plot in Seguku, Wakiso District, into a profitable rat breeding operation supplying albino rats and guinea pigs for research, education, and pets. Starting with a modest investment in 2016, she now manages thousands of rodents and inspires her community to join the niche farming sector. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/magazines/farming/how-namulindwa-turned-rat-breeding-into-thriving-business-5405680
farming 27 March 2026
More than 9,000 young people in Mityana and Kassanda districts have received training in agribusiness, health practices, and water access through a seven-year Shs43 billion initiative backed by German partners. The program established farmer schools, coffee gardens, and a maize processing facility to boost rural livelihoods. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/magazines/farming/9-000-youth-benefit-from-shs43-billion-partnership-5405624
farming 27 March 2026
Ugandan farmers need vital support from veterinarians, extension officers, mechanics, and banks to tackle farming challenges effectively. These services provide expert advice on animal health, pest control, equipment repairs, and financial access to boost productivity. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/magazines/farming/different-services-that-farmers-urgently-need-5405610
farming 21 March 2026
A government-built valley dam in Kanara Sub-county, enhanced by FAO support with solar-powered pumps, provides reliable water to pastoral communities in Ntoroko, shielding herds from drought while easing domestic burdens. Local leaders report healthier animals, better market prices, and reduced migration for water. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/magazines/farming/how-dam-is-saving-ntoroko-s-herds-5398320
farming 14 March 2026
The indigenous Mugavu tree (Albizia coriaria) offers Ugandan farmers shade, nitrogen fixation, soil fertility improvement, and valuable timber, making it ideal for coffee and banana plantations. Its resilience and multiple benefits support agroforestry and regenerative farming practices amid climate challenges. Source: https://www.monitor.co.ug/uganda/magazines/farming/why-mugavu-tree-should-find-space-in-your-garden-5390602