The agricultural sector is a vital component of Uganda’s economy, providing livelihoods for millions of people and contributing significantly to the country’s GDP. According to the State of the Nation Address (SoNA) 2025, presented by President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni last…
Post-harvest losses are a significant challenge facing the agricultural sector in Uganda and, largely, Sub-Saharan Africa, with over 37% of food produced lost between production and consumption, according to a report from the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the…
The agricultural sector is the backbone of Uganda’s economy, providing livelihoods for millions of people. However, the industry is facing a significant threat from counterfeit agro-inputs, which can have devastating consequences for farmers, the economy, and the country’s food security…
In a bid to improve yields for maize farmers in the country, Bukoola Chemical Industries Ltd has launched MetrazinGold, a next-generation herbicide designed to help Ugandan maize farmers manage weeds more effectively. MetrazinGold is a powerful new herbicide formulated with…
The agricultural sector is the backbone of Uganda and many African economies, providing livelihoods for millions of people. However, according to experts, the industry is facing a significant threat from counterfeit agrochemicals and fertilisers. During the Crop Life Uganda Symposium…
In a landmark partnership, Stanbic Bank and the Government of Uganda have joined forces to unveil the Stanbic Women, Youth, and Farmers (WYF) agenda, a groundbreaking initiative to transform the lives of millions of Ugandans and accelerate economic growth. The…
Uganda has been named among the fastest-growing economies in Africa by the African Development Bank Group (AfDB). According to the latest statistics from AfDB, with a growth rate of 7.2%, Uganda is ranked third on the continent, driven by the…