Research improving food security in Uganda
The Agriculture Ministry, in collaboration with partners like the International Institute for Rural Rescue (IIRR), has conducted extension training sessions across 28 districts, focusing on maize grain and seed production. Dr. Kasozi highlighted the importance of modern techniques for maximizing maize yields and profitability. Standard practices, such as precise spacing (0.75m between rows and 0.25m within rows), are emphasized to ensure efficient production. These efforts aim to equip farmers in central and western regions with essential skills for successful maize cultivation and increased income.
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Training of farmers on maize growing
The Agriculture Ministry and its partners have also given extension training services on maize grain and seed production.
Farmers in 28 districts have been equipped with the required skills through implementing partners like the International Institute for Rural Rescue (IIRR) operating in central and western regions of the country.
“The business service provider is working to ensure that farmers are trained on modern maize production, timely production, selection of suitable ing,” Dr Kasozi says. Farmers harvest certified rice seed at Aber, Oyam District. ALL PHOTOS/PETER SSERUGO
Adding that, efficient maize production enables farmers to realise better profits than when planted hazardously.
“For example, when planting, we must ensure that farmers follow standard spacing. For maize, it is 0.75m from one row to another and 0.25m from one plant to another within a row,” he emphasised.
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