aBi Development just rolled out a big plan to make Uganda's farming better by 2028. They want farms to handle climate change, stay green, and help everyone make money. Moses Nyabila, who runs aBi Development, talked about this plan at their first yearly meeting with partners. He also shared what they've done already and what they hope to do next.
Since it started in 2010, aBi Development has given out about 320 billion Ugandan shillings. This money went to more than 300 small businesses, farmer groups, and non-profit organizations. Their help created about 1.1 trillion Ugandan shillings in extra income for farmers and farm businesses. Around 11 million people benefited from these efforts.
Mr. Nyabila explained their main goals focus on dealing with climate change, growing in ways that last, and making Uganda's farms compete better worldwide. The Agricultural Business Centre helps farm businesses find money, buyers, and new tools. They also created special hubs that give small farmers climate-smart seeds and farm supplies.
They set up a system to help farm businesses and small farmers get loans. Other programs connect farmers to markets and buyers. Digital platforms let farmers sell crops, find loans, and learn new farming methods online. aBi Development plans to spend 10 billion Ugandan shillings on root crops, grains, and beans.
They'll allocate 12 billion Ugandan shillings to fruits and vegetables and 16 billion to coffee farming. Mr. Nyabila pointed out how important farming is to Uganda. Farming makes up 24% of all money earned nationwide and provides jobs to about 70% of Ugandans. He said farms could grow even more with the right help.
By 2028, aBi Development wants to reach 2 million farmers with better seeds and services. They aim to help 500,000 small farmers grow twice as much food and earn twice as much money. They also want to build stronger connections between farmers and markets. The group works hard to make sure people have enough food and rural areas thrive.
Uganda's farm leader, Mr. Fred Bwino Kyakulaga, promised the government would support bringing farm businesses together in groups. He praised aBi Development and its partners for leading this team approach, which he believes can fix many problems facing Uganda's farms. "We welcome this drive and feel excited about how it can change farming and our economy," Mr. Kyakulaga said.
The European Union and Denmark promised to keep helping Uganda improve its farming with earth-friendly methods. Cristina Banuta from the EU office in Uganda said, "Agriculture builds the base for millions of lives here, not just the economy." Signe Winding Albjerg, Denmark's top person in Uganda, stressed the need for growth that protects the planet.
Coffee faces special challenges in meeting new EU rules about cutting down trees. Samson Emong from Cafe Africa talked about these issues. He said everyone needs to work together to track coffee better and follow the rules. He thanked aBi Development for raising awareness and helping coordinate these efforts.
Since it started in 2010, aBi Development has given out about 320 billion Ugandan shillings. This money went to more than 300 small businesses, farmer groups, and non-profit organizations. Their help created about 1.1 trillion Ugandan shillings in extra income for farmers and farm businesses. Around 11 million people benefited from these efforts.
Mr. Nyabila explained their main goals focus on dealing with climate change, growing in ways that last, and making Uganda's farms compete better worldwide. The Agricultural Business Centre helps farm businesses find money, buyers, and new tools. They also created special hubs that give small farmers climate-smart seeds and farm supplies.
They set up a system to help farm businesses and small farmers get loans. Other programs connect farmers to markets and buyers. Digital platforms let farmers sell crops, find loans, and learn new farming methods online. aBi Development plans to spend 10 billion Ugandan shillings on root crops, grains, and beans.
They'll allocate 12 billion Ugandan shillings to fruits and vegetables and 16 billion to coffee farming. Mr. Nyabila pointed out how important farming is to Uganda. Farming makes up 24% of all money earned nationwide and provides jobs to about 70% of Ugandans. He said farms could grow even more with the right help.
By 2028, aBi Development wants to reach 2 million farmers with better seeds and services. They aim to help 500,000 small farmers grow twice as much food and earn twice as much money. They also want to build stronger connections between farmers and markets. The group works hard to make sure people have enough food and rural areas thrive.
Uganda's farm leader, Mr. Fred Bwino Kyakulaga, promised the government would support bringing farm businesses together in groups. He praised aBi Development and its partners for leading this team approach, which he believes can fix many problems facing Uganda's farms. "We welcome this drive and feel excited about how it can change farming and our economy," Mr. Kyakulaga said.
The European Union and Denmark promised to keep helping Uganda improve its farming with earth-friendly methods. Cristina Banuta from the EU office in Uganda said, "Agriculture builds the base for millions of lives here, not just the economy." Signe Winding Albjerg, Denmark's top person in Uganda, stressed the need for growth that protects the planet.
Coffee faces special challenges in meeting new EU rules about cutting down trees. Samson Emong from Cafe Africa talked about these issues. He said everyone needs to work together to track coffee better and follow the rules. He thanked aBi Development for raising awareness and helping coordinate these efforts.
