For Hellen Nambuya, a small-scale farmer in Kyabakadde in Mukono district, onion farming had always seemed like a promising venture. She planted half an …
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Simon Ayo, a farmer from Janda in Luwero district, ventured into passion fruit farming a year ago. Unfortunately, he began without the proper knowledge …
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When Denis Kimuli harvested his first maize crop from five acres of land, he was full of excitement. The yields were impressive. But soon, …
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Jessica Matwire 65, retired in 2006 and since then, she has been working from her home located along Kalungu road in Bunga- Soya village …
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Raising day-old chicks requires careful planning, especially during the brooding period. Heat is life to chicks in their first few weeks, and for many …
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Eggplant is increasingly becoming a profitable crop for both smallholder farmers and market vendors. With proper planning, the crop can be grown all year …
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How Coffee Farmers Can Cut Post-harvest Losses, Boost Profits
by Umar Nsubugaby Umar NsubugaMinimising post-harvest losses in coffee is key to maintaining quality, preserving value, and securing better market prices. From harvesting to storage, every step a …
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Joan Kantu stands proudly among her 200 mutuba trees. Known scientifically as Ficus natalensis, the mutuba tree is more than just a source of …
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Tomatoes are among the most delicate crops, and poor harvesting methods can lead to heavy losses for both farmers and traders. Proper handling, especially …
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For any poultry farmer raising layers, good ventilation is not just a recommendation, it’s a necessity. Proper airflow in poultry houses helps maintain the …