Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Farmers Federation (UNFFE), in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, has announced the 31st National Agricultural Show, scheduled to run from 27th June to 5th July 2025 at the Jinja Showgrounds. President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni is expected to officially open the …
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Jinja, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Farmers are urging that the provision of extension services be prioritized as the Ministry of Agriculture allocates the 2024/25 budget. They argue that the allocated sh1.6 trillion is a reduction from the sh2.2 trillion received last year, and is insufficient given the sector’s needs …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | The Uganda National Farmers Federation-UNFFE has applauded the proposed parish model of development. Last month, the Minister of Finance Matia Kasaija told Parliament that the government plans to spend 490 Billion Shillings under the new parish model project that is meant to eradicate poverty among 68 …
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13-point farmers plan to attain high product quality, wealth creation, trade harmony in EAC region COMMENT | DICK NUWAMANYA KAMUGANGA | The East African Community (EAC) regional maize trade is approximately 1.5 million Metric Tons per annum valued at US$ 260 million. Uganda is a leading net maize exporter in …
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Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Exhibitors at the trade and cultural show have decried the low turn up of visitors. The show organised by the Uganda National Farmers Federation-UNFFE is focusing on showcasing the value-added agriculture products to the possible buyers, and also promoting agricultural tourism. Samuel Olobo, an exhibitor …
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