The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF), led by the Minister of State for Animal Industry, Hon. Bright Rwamirama, and Permanent Secretary Maj. Gen. (Rtd) David Kasura-Kyomukama is actively participating in the FAO Global Conference on Sustainable Livestock…
The Government of Uganda is taking a significant step to boost the nation’s coffee sector by promoting its high-quality coffee at the World Speciality Coffee Conference and Exhibition (SCAJ 2025) in Tokyo, Japan, from September 24-27, 2025. This high-profile event…
Uganda’s agricultural sector, which is the backbone of the economy, is poised for a significant turnaround with the signing of a landmark agreement to establish a major organic fertiliser factory. This strategic partnership between the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry…
The wrap-up of the Stanbic National Schools Championship appraisals today has highlighted a powerful link between youth innovation and Uganda’s long-term economic goals. The innovativeness displayed by young entrepreneurs like Ivan Natumanya and Jackie Omondi demonstrates how this Stanbic Bank initiative…
The 3rd Edition of the Annual Agriculture Awards 2025 concluded over the weekend at the Imperial Royale Hotel in Kampala, spotlighting excellence and innovation vital for Uganda’s agricultural sector. Held under the theme “Celebrating Excellence and Innovation in Agriculture,” the…
Uganda is intensifying its commitment to transforming its agri-food systems, securing national food security, and elevating rural livelihoods through a bolstered partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations. In a high-level engagement at State House,…
The Ministry of Local Government, in collaboration with the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, has launched a 16.9-kilometre community access road in Otuke District under the National Oilseeds Project (NOSP). The road, which connects Ogor village to Okore…
The government of Uganda, through the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF), is charting an ambitious course towards a resilient and prosperous future, with its vital AgriFood sector at the helm. This is the key discussion at the two-day…
In the heart of Uganda’s vibrant agricultural landscape, a transformative initiative is taking root, significantly enhancing the well-being of farming communities while solidifying a major industry player’s commitment to local sourcing. Uganda Breweries Limited (UBL), through its ‘Farm for Success’…
This week, a significant new chapter opened for Uganda’s dairy sector and its vital role in nationwide socio-economic transformation. On Wednesday, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Local Government, Mr. Ben Kumumanya, officially commissioned the Shs845 million Buwana Milk…
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…
Dfcu Bank has taken a significant step towards driving economic growth and transformation in Uganda with the launch of the dfcu Foundation. The Foundation, which was first established in 2017 as the Agribusiness Development Centre, has transitioned into a full-fledged…
Uganda’s thriving dairy industry is celebrating a momentous breakthrough, poised for an extraordinary transformation following Algeria’s pivotal decision to import Ugandan milk. This landmark development signals a new chapter of prosperity and growth for a sector vital to the nation’s…
The National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO) has made a groundbreaking achievement in the development of a new anti-tick vaccine, NAROVAC, which is set to revolutionise livestock farming in Uganda. The vaccine, developed by the National Livestock Resources Research Institute (NaLIRRI),…
As the world grapples with the challenges of poverty and unemployment, a distinguished Agripreneur and Presidential Adviser on value addition, Dr. Hillary Emma Musoke, is calling on youths to leverage on agriculture to break the chains of generational poverty. According…