Smallholder farmers like Bagonza Amon are producing coffee, cassava, and sweet potatoes, which are all priority commodities in the Agriculture Sector Strategic Plan. The price of their coffee has increased, and he is making an average of 1.5 million UGX each season....
Congo’s Millet: Path to Food Security
Over the years, millet has acquired center stage in the global debate on food security, climate resilience, and sustainable agriculture. An ancient cereal crop that was once relegated to the background by more popular staples such as wheat, corn, and rice is making...
Uganda’s Coffee: Modern Farming Practices
A cup of coffee is a reliable source of staying active and boosts work and thoughts. But do you know where your coffee comes from and how it’s produced? Let us tell you the story of coffee production in a corner of the world. Uganda is one of the top ten producers and...
Malawi’s Agriculture & Industry
Malawi's agriculture has a long history as the primary source of food and income for its people. Traditionally, most farmers grew crops mainly to feed their families. Agriculture remains a key part of the economy, with small and large farms. The main crops grown...
Uganda’s Fresh Produce: A Global Supplier
Uganda is largely self-sufficient in producing food. It produces more food than it needs to feed the people. The fertile land, favourable climate, and a young workforce are leading the country towards food security. However, embracing the concept of becoming a global...
Congo’s Spice Cultivation
Think of a kitchen without the pungent aroma of spices. The comforting sweet fragrance of vanilla wafting from a freshly baked cake, or the fiery kick of black pepper in a hearty stew. The spices add an unmatched zing. Besides flavor values, spices are very important...
Burundi’s Climate-Smart Agriculture: Challenges & Opportunities
Burundi’s agriculture sector is the primary source of employment, providing people with daily essentials. It is an East African country affected by poverty and food insecurity. Its agriculture is its lifeline, facing continuous challenges such as lower production and...
Burundi’s Coffee Industry
Do you know that farmers in Burundi were forced to cultivate coffee in the early 20th century? Under the Belgian colonial rule, the product was first introduced, and people had no idea what it was. A century later, coffee is now the major export product of Burundi,...
Uganda’s Smallholder Farmers: Paving the Way
Uganda’s smallholder farmers are the pipeline of food security for minor communities there. In a country that relies heavily on income from agriculture, every farmer counts. However, the reality is that these smallholder farmers are somewhat neglected in the long run...
Exploring the Agricultural Sector of Burundi
Burundi is a beautiful East African country popular for its fertile landscape and rolling hills. Agriculture is the go-to source of livelihood and a key driver of the economy. Contributing over 25% of the GDP, the sector also employs almost 80% of its population. It...
How to Start Organic Farming in Uganda
If you’re looking to expand your business in Africa, we might have a few suggestions for you. And, given that the business is in the agricultural sector, organic farming is a go-to choice. But first, we need to know what organic farming is. To start organic farming in...
Community-based Agriculture in Uganda
Small-scale farmers in rural Uganda are an important part of the agricultural sector. These farmers frequently face challenges like limited resources, restricted market access, and lower agricultural yields. However, a new approach to agriculture is taking shape, one...












