By Bwambale Emmanuel,
The state Minister for Agriculture, Animal Husbandry and fisheries, Rtd. Maj. Fredrick Bwino Kyakulaga has urged farmers in Kasese District to intensify production of Arabic coffee.
He encouraged farmers to add value to Arabic coffee in order to attract the international market.
Maj.Bwino made the remarks yesterday while officiating at the international coffee day in Kasese district held at Agri-evolve Uganda Limited in Kisinga town council. Maj Bwino speaking…
The former Minister of Defense and reknown farmer in Kasese District, Dr. Chrispas Kiyonga, cautioned UCDA officials against the recent poor distribution of Arabic coffee seedling to farmers, which he said has frustrated production . Dr. Kiyonga speaking….
The Managing Director Agri-evolve Uganda Ltd, Jonny Rolland commended farmers for collaborated effort leading to increased production and processing of Arabic coffee in Rwenzori region.
Mr. Rolland speaking……
The International coffee day was celebrated under the theme “celebrating Arabic Coffee from foothills of Mt. Rwenzori”. END.