Agriculture
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Gates Foundation commits US$ 1.4bln to help smallholder farmers on the frontlines of extreme weather
BELEM, November 10, 2025 — The Gates Foundation has announced a new commitment to advancing climate adaptation, helping smallholder farmers build resilience to a warming world and protect hard-won gains against poverty. Announced…
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Global coffee exports decline 2.8 percent in September as Ethiopia, Uganda drive Africa’s exports
KAMPALA, November 10, 2025 — Global exports of all forms of coffee decreased by 2.8 percent to 11.00 million bags in September 2025, compared with 11.31mln bags in September 2024, according to…
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Geoengineering can’t save coffee from climate change, new study cautions
KAMPALA, November 9, 2025 — The future of coffee, chocolate, and wine is jeopardised by climate change, despite potential geoengineering efforts to cool the planet, a recent study warns. Researchers have been…
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MAAIF to vaccinate 44mln animals in January to curb spread of FMD
ENTEBBE, November 7, 2025 – The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal, Industry and Fisheries [MAAIF] is set to vaccinate at least 44 million animals against the lethal foot and mouth disease [ FMD…
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Breeding and fodder production centre officially launched in Kween
KWEEN, November 6, 2025 — Farmers in Kween district have received a major boost following the official launch of a breeding and fodder production centre in Ngenge Sub-county, Soi County. The new…
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Partners sign MoU to boost growing horticulture sector in Hoima
HOIMA, November 6, 2025 — The Hoima District Local Government, the Albertine Farmers Association, and fresh produce exporter KK Foods Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding [MoU] to boost the production…
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Kiryandongo unveils training centres to support PDM implementation
KIRYANDONGO, November 5, 2025 — The Kiryandongo District Local Government has launched facilities known as Parish Training Centres [PTCs] to enhance hands-on training for farmers under the Parish Development Model [PDM]. The…
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NARO receives Jianzhou big ear goats for research and breeding
WAKISO, November 5, 2025 – The National Agricultural Research Organisation [NARO] has received a consignment of Jianzhou big ear goats from China to support research and breeding initiatives at the institute. Under…
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Floods cause havoc in Serere, destroying crops and homes
SERERE, November 4, 2025 — More than 250 farms have been left waterlogged following days of heavy rainfall in Serere district, with Kateta Sub-county reported as the worst affected area. According to…
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NGO empowers over 4,000 youth in Rubirizi with business start-up kits
RUBIRIZI, November 3, 2025 – Over 4,000 vulnerable youth in Rubirizi district have received essential business start-up equipment through the Ripple Effect Support Project, an initiative designed to combat poverty, reduce unemployment,…
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