Residents of Kisoro District have been encouraged to adopt organic farming practices by using locally made fertilizers instead of inorganic ones, which agricultural experts warn contribute to declining productivity and long-term soil degradation.
The call was made during a sensitization session held on Wednesday at St. Gertrude Secondary School. The event was organized by the Eastern and Southern Africa Small Scale Farmers Forum (ESAFF) Uganda in partnership with LAV VIA CAMPESINA. The session targeted members of the school’s Agroecology Club and aimed to promote sustainable farming practices within the wider community.
Speaking at the event, Tumushime Emmanuel, the ESAFF Uganda Chairperson for Kisoro District, cautioned against the continued use of inorganic fertilizers, noting that chemical inputs are a major contributor to poor crop yields and soil infertility over time.
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Twishime Robert, the Agriculture teacher and patron of the Agroecology Club at St. Gertrude Secondary School, expressed gratitude to ESAFF Uganda for its support. He said the funds and training provided would significantly enhance the club’s farming projects and give students a hands-on learning experience.
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Students of the Agroecology Club also thanked the organization, saying the training had equipped them with practical farming knowledge they can apply both at school and in their homes. They noted that the club has introduced them to environmentally friendly practices and empowered them with skills for sustainable agriculture.
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