'Agriculture can create wealth if approached with planning'
"Therefore, my core message is that agriculture can create wealth if approached with planning, technical knowledge and commercial thinking,” Mwanje advised the youth.
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Govt urged to invest in local cotton processing
Bwambale said exporting spun yarn would be a better option than exporting raw cotton, arguing that the prices fetched on the international market were too low for farmers to benefit.
Campaign launched to rid markets of pesticide-laced tomatoes
Explaining the dangers of pesticides, Mwanja said that while pesticides can protect crops against pest attacks and prevent disease, poor handling can have adverse effects on human health and the environment.
FAO urges shift from funding to sustainable financing of Uganda’s forestry sector
Leonidas Hitimana, the FAO sector head of Forestry, Climate and Environment in Uganda, said developing the capacity of financial institutions to understand and finance forestry enterprises was critical to ensuring the sector's long-term growth.
Govt commits to promote organic agriculture to create wealth, employment
Third Deputy Prime Minister Rukia Nakadama has reaffirmed Government’s commitment to promoting organic agriculture as a driver of wealth creation, employment and environmental sustainability, urging stakeholders to invest in production, processing, certification and competitive value chains to expand Uganda’s access to local and international markets.
Uganda’s proposed Tea Bill must fix industry’s challenges, experts say
Tea farmers and industry stakeholders have urged Parliament to ensure the proposed National Tea Bill addresses challenges across the entire value chain, including low productivity, poor-quality tea, farmer support and fair pricing. They have also cautioned against excessive penalties and restrictive provisions, calling for wider consultations before the law is enacted.
Heavy rains expected in Kigezi, Ankole
The Department of Meteorological Services has forecast heavy rainfall in the Kigezi and Ankole subregions between November 1 and 10, 2026, warning of possible floods, landslides, transport disruptions and waterborne diseases, while advising farmers and communities to take precautionary measures.
Zombo gears up for maiden Agricultural Trade Show
Zombo has thick, fertile clay-loam soils with high water-retention capacity that helps crops withstand prolonged dry spells. We are also promoting water-for-production systems to counter climate variability and heat waves.
Uganda showcases homegrown coffee brands at Swiss Coffee Festival
The Swiss Coffee Festival is Switzerland's largest coffee trade fair, attracting approximately 5,500 attendees and featuring 78 exhibition stands.
Uganda braces for first coffee training centre
Uganda and Italy have partnered to establish a coffee training centre at Kyambogo University to promote value addition, technology transfer and skills development, enabling Uganda to retain more value from its coffee exports and create employment opportunities for young people.
Ugandan conservationist among five CNN Heroes finalists
The award recognises individuals whose contributions are transforming communities through compassion, innovation and service. Dr Kalema, the founder and chief executive officer of Conservation Through Public Health (CTPH), becomes the third Ugandan to receive CNN Heroes recognition since the initiative was launched in 2007.
Show youth employment opportunities in environmental conservation — experts demand
Oebel, who was making a presentation on linking concrete opportunities for businesses for the youth, said that the green economy shouldn’t be looked at as just an environmental agenda but as an economic transformation agenda.
Gorilla Festival puts communities at the heart of conservation
"Let us explore and appreciate the extraordinary beauty of Uganda, particularly the Bwindi-Mgahinga conservation area, while embracing responsible tourism and supporting the local communities," Musinguzi rallied.
Buyende residents relieved after UWA relocates two crocodiles to Entebbe
After a two-day hunt, the pair was traced on Saturday and moved to the mainland and prepared for safe relocation to Entebbe.
Charcoal ban: Alternatives must come first
Uganda must protect its forests without depriving households of affordable cooking fuel or destroying livelihoods. A gradual transition to clean cooking alternatives and sustainable tree plantations offers a practical way forward, writes David Mukholi
Vision Group journalist Tenywa wins COMESA Environment Award
Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa, who is the COMESA chairperson, handed over the award to Tenywa during the COMESA media awards ceremony on Thursday (October 22) in Harare, Zimbabwe.
52 dogs rescued from alleged online scam now up for adoption
“Together with the police, we rescued 52 dogs and six cats on May 10,” she said. “So, I brought some of our rescue dogs here today so that you can adopt them.”
MPs demand govt intervention as Igara tea factory faces auction
Amanya warned that if Igara Tea Factory is auctioned and its operations disrupted, farmers in the area could lose an important outlet for their tea, worsening an already difficult situation in the sector.
Early October rains set to favour western Uganda, Karamoja stays dry
Western Uganda is expected to receive steady rains between October 1 and 10, while Karamoja is likely to remain largely dry, according to the Department of Meteorological Services in the Ministry of Water and Environment.
Parliament orders probe into Sh45b Tochi irrigation scheme in Oyam
The petitioners raised questions over the utilisation of public funds invested in the scheme and its failure to deliver the intended agricultural benefits to farmers in the area.
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