Enviroment
17 September 2026, 12:55 pm
Pader community welcomes beef export facility, eyes economic opportunities
By Geoffrey Okwong Residents of Pader Sub-county have welcomed plans to establish a beef export facility in the area, saying the project could create employment, improve livestock production and open up new economic opportunities for the community. The facility is…
16 September 2026, 8:03 pm
Apac leaders seek easing of cattle movement restrictions
By Ogolo Ian Smith And Jacob Bakama Olara Apac District leaders have asked the government to relax restrictions on cattle movement from Northern Uganda, saying the measures are driving up livestock prices and making it difficult for beneficiaries of the…
12 September 2026, 5:44 pm
Lira farmers anticipate massive harvest as solar irrigation pays off
By Finellah Akullu Opio Farmers at Dam Odoca Solar Irrigation Scheme in Aromo Subcounty, Lira District, are anticipating a record-breaking debut harvest following the successful planting of their first crop cycle under a new solar-powered irrigation network. The project’s success…
11 September 2026, 5:03 pm
Prolonged drought drives up food prices in Apac
By Innocent Ogwang Atwooki and Ogolo Ian Smith Prolonged drought in Apac District has contributed to rising food prices, raising concerns among consumers and traders who say the situation is making it increasingly difficult for families to afford basic food…
11 September 2026, 3:38 pm
Food Prices Skyrocket in Oyam Amid Prolonged Drought
By Akol Emmanuel Vendors at Oyam Daily Market have raised alarm over a sharp increase in food prices, attributing the crisis to the prolonged drought affecting the entire Lango Sub-region. Speaking to our reporter, the Chairperson of Oyam Daily Market…
8 September 2026, 11:52 am
Kibaale farmers count losses as prolonged dry spell destroys crops
By Joseph Kato Kibaale Several farmers in Kibaale District are counting losses following an unexpected dry spell that has hit the area, leaving crops in gardens dried up and others wilting. The farmers, whom our reporters found assessing their gardens,…
7 September 2026, 9:55 pm
Farmers praise Amolatar UCSATP focal person for transforming agriculture
By Sarah Ejang Farmers in Amolatar District have praised Samuel Dulson Okello, the focal point person for the Uganda Climate Smart Agricultural Transformation Project (UCSATP), for his role in promoting and successfully implementing the project in the district. The praise…
7 September 2026, 2:29 pm
Farmers urged to use protective gear and adopt climate-resilient practices
By Aloka Innocent Farmers have been encouraged to wear protective gear when applying chemicals on their farms to safeguard their health. The call was made by Otuu Vincent, manager of Farm Smart Agro Input. He noted that many farmers and…
7 September 2026, 10:04 am
Buyende District commissions 31 small-scale irrigation systems
By Ali lukomo The Government is promoting irrigation as a climate-smart approach to agriculture by providing farmers with irrigation equipment to sustain production during prolonged dry spells. Farmers in Buyende District have officially been allowed to use irrigation equipment provided…
5 September 2026, 12:55 pm
Apac coffee growers intensify campaign to boost coffee production
By Daniel Odongo The Apac Coffee Growers and Marketing Cooperative Society has stepped up its sensitisation campaign to encourage farmers and other residents to embrace coffee growing across the district. The decision follows an executive meeting held on Friday at…