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By Umar Nsubuga Pawpaw (papaya) is a single-stemmed tropical tree which grows up to 4-5m (12-15ft) in height. Papayas adapt to well-drained soil.  The …

By Victoria Nampala Bugembe Beekeeping is one of the agricultural enterprises that the Government, non-government organizations, and development partners are promoting in different parts …

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Service period The cow is on heat every 18 to 24 days. The heat period lasts between six and 30 hours. The standing heat …

Keeping Newcastle and other chicken diseases at bay calls for vaccination as one of the best preventive measures. The Newcastle vaccines, just like all …

By Juliet Kasirye “Seed is one of those that is being affected by climate change. Farmers say, some of these varieties are not able …

By Juliet Kasirye Uganda is losing its food diversity because of poor conservation of seeds, according to agriculture experts.  Research indicates that although there …

By Umar Nsubuga You cannot go wrong with onions. Onions can be produced on a wide range of soil types though heavy clay soils …

By Umar Nsubuga Guavas (psidium guajava) are not grown on a large scale in Uganda. Their properties are similar to those of apples. Guava …

By Patrick Okino The government should set up seed banks in every village in the country to facilitate access to quality declared seed and …