Kamuli, Uganda: Members of the Struggle to Building Lives Around Busoga (MIS-BLAB) Foundation have launched a horticulture greenhouse farming lab in Kamuli District, positioning it as a catalyst for climate-smart agriculture and sustainable food systems.
The facility, unveiled during a Farmers Field Day at Bukagona Farmers Centre in Kamuli Municipality, is expected to equip farmers with modern agricultural skills, including irrigation, greenhouse management, and sustainable production techniques.
Former legislator and Kamuli LCV Proscovia Salaam Musumba called for a shift from rain-fed agriculture to irrigation-based systems, warning that reliance on unpredictable weather patterns is no longer sustainable.
“We are fast to adopt TikTok, smartphones and WhatsApp. We should use the same energy to embrace modern smart agriculture practices to increase production,” Musumba said.
She also urged communities to prioritise food security and nutrition, cautioning against unhealthy eating habits and calling for a return to balanced diets rich in natural foods.
Kamuli LCV-elect Kaloli Dhizaala welcomed the initiative and pledged to promote school gardens across the district once he assumes office. “Schools should serve as demonstration centres for nutrition and agriculture. Learners must grow food, eat from it, and transfer those skills to their communities,” Dhizaala said.
Joel Senyala, Country Director at Holland Greentech, emphasised the importance of knowledge and innovation in boosting productivity and reducing post-harvest losses.
“Every farmer can succeed when equipped with the right knowledge, practices, and mindset. We are ready to support capacity building, entrepreneurship, and climate resilience,” he said.
He added that the organisation is committed to supporting farmers with training, modern inputs, and market linkages.
Empowering Households Through Horticulture
Local farmer Mary Gorreth Namukasa said the greenhouse initiative will enhance household independence, improve nutrition, and reduce financial dependency within families. “This will help families grow their own food, improve nutrition, and save money for other needs,” she said.
MIS-BLAB Director Helen Kagona explained that the project focuses on empowering communities through modern technologies such as irrigation systems, soil testing, greenhouse farming, and biological pest control.
“The foundation of prevention is not in medicine but in food security. We are committed to building resilient communities through sustainable agriculture,” Kagona said.
She added that the initiative aims to improve household incomes, nutrition, and access to urban markets.
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