The impact of coffee in Uganda

The impact of coffee in Uganda

Coffee plays a very crucial role in the Ugandan economy. Uganda ranks among the top coffee-exporting countries in the world. Uganda farms Arabica and Robusta coffee, which has a unique flavor. Mostly, the beans are produced in the country. These beans are grown on...

Duck Farming in Uganda

Duck Farming in Uganda

Farming is a big part of life in Uganda. In the villages, most families grow crops or raise animals. It’s how they eat, earn money, and live. For years, people focused on crops like maize or beans, or maybe chickens. Those are the usual choices. Safe and familiar. But...

Goat Farming in Uganda

Goat Farming in Uganda

In most regions of Uganda, goats are turning out to be more than just livestock. They are becoming something much more  a source of income for a family, a way to find solutions to everyday issues and means to improve their lives. What was once a small sector of the...

Vanilla a growing industry in Uganda

Vanilla a growing industry in Uganda

Uganda is growing into a key player in the global vanilla industry. Vanilla is one of the most valuable spices in the world and is in great demand for food, cosmetics, and perfumes. Uganda's rich soils and tropical climate make it a prime location for vanilla...

Groundnut farming in Uganda

Groundnut farming in Uganda

Groundnut farming is a key agricultural activity in Uganda. It is vital to millions of smallholder farmers' food security, nutrition, and income. Groundnuts, or peanuts, are the country's second most important legume, after beans. Farmers grow groundnuts on about...

Goat farming a tool for economic empowerment

Goat farming a tool for economic empowerment

Goat farming is a powerful tool for economic empowerment in Uganda. Goats are raised for meat, milk, and skins, which are all in high demand locally and regionally. Goats are unlike any other form of livestock. They do not require a serious of investment and can be...

The Potential of Sunflower Cultivation in Uganda

The Potential of Sunflower Cultivation in Uganda

Uganda’s agriculture sector contributes 24% of the country's GDP. It employs over 70% of the population​. Sunflower cultivation is significant among the many crops grown, especially for oil production. Northern and eastern Uganda, with their favorable climate, have...

Field of Opportunity: Sesame in Uganda

Field of Opportunity: Sesame in Uganda

Sesame is one of Uganda's most significant oilseed crops, grown primarily by smallholder farmers. The crop has immense potential to improve livelihoods. Well, mainly because it contributes to food security and increases the country's export earnings. The demand for...