Tag: Minister of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries

Court Sentences Two to Death, Seven to Life Over Susan Magara Murder

Court
The kidnappers held her captive for nearly three weeks, demanding up to $1 million before accepting about $200,000 (approximately UGX 700 million). During her captivity, they cut off two of her fingers and sent them alongside a video of her pleading for help to pressure her family into paying the ransom.

UPC Attributes Two Million Stunted Children to 1980s Livestock Losses

National News
Akena referred to historical statements by President Museveni acknowledging the destruction of food supplies and the destitution of about 2.7 million people during that period. He argued that the loss of cattle deprived communities of daily nutrition, household income, school fees, draft power, and soil fertility, leaving effects that continue to be felt today.
Agriculture

UCDA to Continue Operations Until President Museveni Assents to...

The National Coffee (Amendment) Bill 2024, which proposes the dissolution of UCDA after 32 years of operation, has sparked heated debate and opposition from various sections of the public and some Members of Parliament. Despite the backlash, Parliament voted to advance the bill, citing the need for greater efficiency and alignment with MAAIF’s broader agricultural mandate.
Agriculture

Minister Tumwebaze Tells Stakeholders to Jointly Confront Agricultural Sector...

There is a need for relevant policies, regulations, technologies, and institutions in Uganda to ensure distribution of healthy food around the country.
Science

VP Alupo Commends Science and Innovation for Transforming Uganda’s...

As Uganda faces rising temperatures and irregular rainfall patterns, initiatives like these are crucial in ensuring sustainable farming practices that are able to cope with future climate changes.
National News

Kabarole Tea Growers Petition Parliament over Low Prices, Call...

A section of tea growers and processors from Kabarole district have petitioned the Parliament of Uganda over the low...
Science

Ugandan Scientists Develop Foot and Mouth Disease Vaccine

The Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries (MAAIF) has informed Parliament that the National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO)...

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