What farmers say
Jun 07, 2011
<b>I want to rear goats on a large scale</b><br>Editor – I am a Ugandan businesswoman and I would like to go into large scale goat rearing. I have plenty of land and some savings, but I need an expert to guide me on how to embark on this ambitious farming project.
I want to rear goats on a large scale
Editor – I am a Ugandan businesswoman and I would like to go into large scale goat rearing. I have plenty of land and some savings, but I need an expert to guide me on how to embark on this ambitious farming project.
Joy Kabuye
0772 509931
Editor’s note: Goat farming is a lucrative business, with demand, especially from Southern Sudan, going up everyday. The first thing for you to do is write a business plan. You need to decide early the type of goats you want to keep; local, exotic or hybrids and whether you want meat or dairy ones. Next you have to think about the system of production you want to use. This will depend a lot on the resources available. These include land, feeds, workforce and what market you are targeting. Also, get in touch with your NAADS coordinator for advice on how to set up a goat farm. Lastly, visit as many goat farmers as possible. You can also get directly in touch with Harvest Money goat expert Dr. Wasswa Matthias Luboyera. He is the Buyana Stock Farm manager. He can be reached on 0772925801 or mwasswa@vetmed.mak.ac.ug
Won’t the neem tree destroy my house?
Editor - I have two neem trees in my compound. One is very close to the house. Someone advised me to cut it down; that it is sending harmful chemicals into my house and that the house will eventually develop cracks. Is it true?
Emily Nnandago
Editor’s note: If you plant any big tree very close to your house, the branches are bound to affect the roof and the walls, while the roots will affect the foundation. However, it is not true that neem has harmful chemicals that will get into and destroy your house. In India, where it originated from, neem is commonly planted in homesteads and public places like parks and roadsides. The Indians call it the village because of its medicinal properties. In Kenya, it is called Mwarubaini, (forty) because it is believed it can cure 40 diseases. So before you cut down such a useful tree, seek advice from an expert, perhaps a district forest officer.
Where can I buy young turkeys?
Editor – Where can I buy young turkeys (poults)?
071 8 200 162
Editor’s note: There are two options. One is to visit a farmers’ market in Teso or Bugishu regions, which produce most of the turkeys available on the local market. The problem with buying from the market is that you can easily end up with old, unproductive or diseased birds. Alternatively, buy from already established turkey farmers. You may not be able to get more than a pair at a time, as most turkey farmers are also trying to expand their flocks. You can also reach Kiirya, a turkey farmer in Pallisa, on 0751 817041
How do I grow ginger?
Editor - Can you please advise me on how to grow ginger from planting up to harvesting.
Nasser Arafat
0702462471/ 0392 967068
Editor’s note: Ginger loves a sheltered spot, filtered sunlight, warm weather, humidity and rich, moist soil. Choose fresh plump rhizomes with well developed “eyes†or growth buds. Soak the rhizomes overnight before planting. You can cut the rhizomes in little pieces with a couple of growing buds each, or plant it whole. Plant your ginger root five to 10 centimetres deep, with the growth buds facing up. Ginger only grows to about two to three feet. Plant the rhizomes about six to eight inches apart. It takes about 1,000 – 1,500Kg of planting material to cover one hectare or two-and-a-half acres. Ginger is mature when the leaves start dying. It takes eight to 10 months to mature. For more information, contact Nakanjako, a successful ginger farmer in Kyabbadaza. Her contact is 0782 016803.
I need cinnamon seeds
Editor – I want to grow cinnamon, but have no idea where to get the seeds.
Emmanuel
Editor’s note: There are several farmers in Mukono, Bugerere and Busoga region growing cinnamon on a commercial scale. They also have seedlings which they usually bring to sell during the annual national agriculture show in Jinja. This year’s show takes place from July 18 to 24.
I want more info on turkey breeds
Editor – I have about 10 turkeys I keep on subsistence basis. I would like to get in touch with established turkey farmers/breeders from whom I can get information about turkey breeds and how to keep turkeys on a commercial basis.
Sanya Paul
0782956408
sanyapaul2009@yahoo.com
Editor’s note: You can contact Kiirya, a turkey farmer in Pallisa, on 0751 817041
How do I grow ginger?
Editor - Can you please advise me on how to grow ginger from planting up to harvesting.
Nasser Arafat
0702462471/ 0392 967068
Editor’s note: Ginger loves a sheltered spot, filtered sunlight, warm weather, humidity and rich, moist soil. Choose fresh plump rhizomes with well developed “eyes†or growth buds. Soak the rhizomes overnight before planting. You can cut the rhizomes in little pieces with a couple of growing buds each, or plant it whole. Plant your ginger root five to 10 centimetres deep, with the growth buds facing up. Ginger only grows to about two to three feet. Plant the rhizomes about six to eight inches apart. It takes about 1,000 – 1,500Kg of planting material to cover one hectare or two-and-a-half acres. Ginger is mature when the leaves start dying. It takes eight to 10 months to mature. For more information, contact Nakanjako, a successful ginger farmer in Kyabbadaza. Her contact is 0782 016803.
Editor – I am a Ugandan businesswoman and I would like to go into large scale goat rearing. I have plenty of land and some savings, but I need an expert to guide me on how to embark on this ambitious farming project.
Joy Kabuye
0772 509931
Editor’s note: Goat farming is a lucrative business, with demand, especially from Southern Sudan, going up everyday. The first thing for you to do is write a business plan. You need to decide early the type of goats you want to keep; local, exotic or hybrids and whether you want meat or dairy ones. Next you have to think about the system of production you want to use. This will depend a lot on the resources available. These include land, feeds, workforce and what market you are targeting. Also, get in touch with your NAADS coordinator for advice on how to set up a goat farm. Lastly, visit as many goat farmers as possible. You can also get directly in touch with Harvest Money goat expert Dr. Wasswa Matthias Luboyera. He is the Buyana Stock Farm manager. He can be reached on 0772925801 or mwasswa@vetmed.mak.ac.ug
Won’t the neem tree destroy my house?
Editor - I have two neem trees in my compound. One is very close to the house. Someone advised me to cut it down; that it is sending harmful chemicals into my house and that the house will eventually develop cracks. Is it true?
Emily Nnandago
Editor’s note: If you plant any big tree very close to your house, the branches are bound to affect the roof and the walls, while the roots will affect the foundation. However, it is not true that neem has harmful chemicals that will get into and destroy your house. In India, where it originated from, neem is commonly planted in homesteads and public places like parks and roadsides. The Indians call it the village because of its medicinal properties. In Kenya, it is called Mwarubaini, (forty) because it is believed it can cure 40 diseases. So before you cut down such a useful tree, seek advice from an expert, perhaps a district forest officer.
Where can I buy young turkeys?
Editor – Where can I buy young turkeys (poults)?
071 8 200 162
Editor’s note: There are two options. One is to visit a farmers’ market in Teso or Bugishu regions, which produce most of the turkeys available on the local market. The problem with buying from the market is that you can easily end up with old, unproductive or diseased birds. Alternatively, buy from already established turkey farmers. You may not be able to get more than a pair at a time, as most turkey farmers are also trying to expand their flocks. You can also reach Kiirya, a turkey farmer in Pallisa, on 0751 817041
How do I grow ginger?
Editor - Can you please advise me on how to grow ginger from planting up to harvesting.
Nasser Arafat
0702462471/ 0392 967068
Editor’s note: Ginger loves a sheltered spot, filtered sunlight, warm weather, humidity and rich, moist soil. Choose fresh plump rhizomes with well developed “eyes†or growth buds. Soak the rhizomes overnight before planting. You can cut the rhizomes in little pieces with a couple of growing buds each, or plant it whole. Plant your ginger root five to 10 centimetres deep, with the growth buds facing up. Ginger only grows to about two to three feet. Plant the rhizomes about six to eight inches apart. It takes about 1,000 – 1,500Kg of planting material to cover one hectare or two-and-a-half acres. Ginger is mature when the leaves start dying. It takes eight to 10 months to mature. For more information, contact Nakanjako, a successful ginger farmer in Kyabbadaza. Her contact is 0782 016803.
I need cinnamon seeds
Editor – I want to grow cinnamon, but have no idea where to get the seeds.
Emmanuel
Editor’s note: There are several farmers in Mukono, Bugerere and Busoga region growing cinnamon on a commercial scale. They also have seedlings which they usually bring to sell during the annual national agriculture show in Jinja. This year’s show takes place from July 18 to 24.
I want more info on turkey breeds
Editor – I have about 10 turkeys I keep on subsistence basis. I would like to get in touch with established turkey farmers/breeders from whom I can get information about turkey breeds and how to keep turkeys on a commercial basis.
Sanya Paul
0782956408
sanyapaul2009@yahoo.com
Editor’s note: You can contact Kiirya, a turkey farmer in Pallisa, on 0751 817041
How do I grow ginger?
Editor - Can you please advise me on how to grow ginger from planting up to harvesting.
Nasser Arafat
0702462471/ 0392 967068
Editor’s note: Ginger loves a sheltered spot, filtered sunlight, warm weather, humidity and rich, moist soil. Choose fresh plump rhizomes with well developed “eyes†or growth buds. Soak the rhizomes overnight before planting. You can cut the rhizomes in little pieces with a couple of growing buds each, or plant it whole. Plant your ginger root five to 10 centimetres deep, with the growth buds facing up. Ginger only grows to about two to three feet. Plant the rhizomes about six to eight inches apart. It takes about 1,000 – 1,500Kg of planting material to cover one hectare or two-and-a-half acres. Ginger is mature when the leaves start dying. It takes eight to 10 months to mature. For more information, contact Nakanjako, a successful ginger farmer in Kyabbadaza. Her contact is 0782 016803.