Tea farmers across Uganda are facing a looming crisis, with several processing factories on the brink of closure. This is on account of the low prices of the crop, which has forced some of the tea farmers to uproot the trees in favour of the more lucrative coffee growing and other ventur
Over a year ago we reported on what we called the “new Ugandan tribes”, good people who have formed social, cultural, economic, and philosophical communities around a set of experiences, values, and organising that didn’t exist in strong ways until about 10 years ago. Or they could be
Government has partnered with One Acre Fund (OAF) to front macadamia nuts to farmers as part of poverty alleviation strategies in Busoga Sub-region. Jinja District Production Officer Dr Tom Kasadha says government set aside three strategic commercial crops including Hass avocado, macadam
On Bulabira 2 Road in Najjera, Kira Municipality, Wakiso District, a group of workers plant new seedlings in a bamboo nursery bed. Another group is busy loading and offloading briquettes made from bamboo trees. The workers are under Divine Bamboo Group Ltd founded by Ms Divine Nabaweesi.
An ancient African tree has emerged as a new 'superfood,' revolutionizing the lives of local harvesters struggling to survive in the face of climate change-induced challenges. The baobab tree, famously known as the “tree of life,” has become a key player in the growing global market for natural
As the crisp air of fall rolls in, apple-picking season is in full swing at orchards across the Carolinas. If you're in the Charlotte area and looking to pick your own apples, look no further. Here are some top orchards you can visit for a fun and fruitful experienceNorth Carolina - Bent Arr
Since time immemorial, during dry seasons, farmers in Lamwo District have burnt grass in their gardens to stimulate the growth of fresh green grass for their livestock and to enhance soil fertility. Smallholder farmers believe dry grass is not nutritious to their animals, and in a desper
The new regulation demanding coffee farmers and exporters to prove that the commodity did not contribute to deforestation before being allowed access to the European Union (EU) market has suddenly sent the sector regulator into an overdrive mode, if not, a state of uncertainty, Prosper Magaz
The Kyabazinga (King) of Busoga, His Royal Highness William Nadiope IV, has dedicated the next 10 years of his reign to climate change mitigation and education. The 35-year-old monarch, while celebrating his 10th coronation anniversary at Bukungu Primary School in Buyende District last F
The High Court in Masaka has scheduled September 27 to deliver a ruling on a case concerning the eviction of over 80 residents to facilitate the construction of the crude oil pipeline project. The case is being heard by Masaka High Court resident judge Lawrence Tweyanze. The Attorney
