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Importance of shade trees in Coffee

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During this era of climatic change, shade trees are without a doubt very important in coffee farming. Their umbrella shaped canopies provide shade thus mitigating against excessive temperatures and heat stress that are responsible for flower and fruit abortion. Shade trees also provide numerous other benefits. Benefits Deep rooted shade trees recover soil nutrients from deeper soil horizons and transport them to their leaves. When the leaves fall and rot, they provide organic matter or manure which is released to the coffee plantation. This organic matter improves the soil texture and water retention thus availing the much needed water to the coffee. Besides, deep rooted trees don’t compete with the coffee for water and other nutrients. In addition, shade trees of the leguminous species capture much needed Nitrogen from the atmosphere and convert it into nitrates which are used by the coffee for numerous purposes.  Shade trees act as windbreakers to protect the coffee t...
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Tips on establishing a Coffee garden

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There are two types of coffee – Robusta and Arabica. Robusta grows in low altitude areas and Arabica in high altitude areas. Below are tips on how to ensure you establish a coffee garden. Spacing: The spacing between Robusta plants is 10 feet by 10 feet and between Arabica ones is 8 feet by 8 feet. Dig  right size holes  – 2 feet long x 2 feet wide x 2 feet deep. While digging holes: heap the top soil on one side and bottom soil on another side. Add manure to the dug-out soil and return it into the holes. Mark the center of the holes and leave them for 2 – 3 months before planting. Obtain coffee plantlets from  Bwebajja Fruit Tree Nursery . During the planting season, plant very early in the morning or late in the evening. Remove the polythene pot cover before planting the seedling/cutting.  Provide temporary shade to the newly planted coffee plantlets and water in case of water stress. Water conservation channels/bands are important in coffee. When the c...
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BWEBAJJA FRUIT TREE NURSERY

We are Uganda's specialist fruit tree suppliers - we have Mango, Apple, Pear, Jackfruit, Avocado, Guava, Citrus such as Oranges, Lemons, Tangerines, Grape fruit and Bananas, including Matooke, Cavendish (Bogoya), and Plantain (Gonja). We have quality Coffee seedlings and Cocoa. The most important thing in making fruit growing a pleasure, is getting  you growing the right varieties for your location. We have many years of experience of growing fruit across Uganda and are happy to help you establish or maintain your trees. As a social enterprise we support the planting of school and community orchards, and preserve old and rare varieties - as well as planting the orchards of the future.   We want to give people inspiration to plant trees and the skills to look after them. By buying our trees you are supporting this work.  We offer a range of services including planning orchards, training people how to maintain orchards, and supporting people looking at developing large...
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What are the most profitable fruits to grow in Uganda Today?

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1. Hass Avocado fruits Uganda is one of the few countries that enjoys equatorial climate. Most districts in Uganda receive a minimum of two rainy season. Hass Avocado fruits are highly adapted to different rainfall conditions; however, the rain should be an average of 1,000–1,600mm per annum and well-distributed throughout the year. Avocado farming in Uganda presents a good opportunity not only for farmers, but a growing population of young people to venture into. The Ugandan market both domestic and export is growing but limited by the production capacity of the current farmers. The most popular variety for the export market is the HASS avocado. In Uganda, avocado is one of the most consumed fruits that is readily available in the market all year round. Going by the latest statistics, avocado has a fair share among the leading export crops and Ugandaa stands out as a major player in the avocado export market. Locally avocado is sold at the market place from betwee...
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Fruit Farming Business

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Fruit farming has long been seen as a job for the poor, with the assumption that it is not a viable business. Unfortunately, this misconception has kept many people from recognizing the potential of fruit farming and the various benefits it offers.  People need to understand that fruit farming also requires capital, whether you are starting out or already running an established orchard. For instance, if you are growing Avocados, you need to prepare the land, set up your irrigation systems, purchase seedlings and manure, and outsource labor. All these need capital. Therefore, running a fruit farm can be considered a business, like retail, eCommerce, and operating a shop.  This blog explores the potential of fruit farming, its various benefits, and how to encourage the new generation of fruit farmers. Understanding Fruit Farming In fruit farming, you have many options, such as passion fruitss, tree tomatoes, pears, oranges, apples, mangoes, an...
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Join Our Family Tree Project

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Since 2023, Bwebajja Fruit Tree Nursery has delivered 726 fruit trees to 26 schools across the Uganda. This nationwide family of orchards is comprised Mango, Avocado and Jackfruit seedlings at schools in 10 districts around the country. This initiative launched in 2023, donating fruit trees to schools in order to give young people a chance to experience the benefits of working with nature as well as improving local biodiversity. Building on its initial success, in 2023 the scheme expanded to include vegetables, herbs and spices ensuring that more urban schools with limited outdoor green space could also participate. This campaign is being powered by our school orcahrd Corporate Social Responsibility programme. Each orchard is intended to become a learning resource for pupils, empowering them to improve their local environment and combat climate change as well as provide them with fresh fruit. Successful schools will highlight how they intend to i...
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Banana Propagation

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Banana,  Musa paradisiaca, is  a type of fruit that grows on a large herbaceous plant that is native to Southeast Asia. It is one of the world's most popular and widely grown fruit, with many varieties being cultivated for both commercial and home use. Bananas are long, curved fruits with smooth, yellow, and sometimes slightly green skin. The average length of a banana is about 7 to 9 inches, and it is about 2 to 3 inches in diameter. The skin of the banana is usually yellow when it is ripe, but it can also be green, red, or purple depending on the variety. The inside of a banana is composed of several fleshy, cream-colored segments, which are surrounded by thin, white membranes. The flesh of the banana is soft, slightly sweet, and has a slightly sticky texture. Bananas are one of the most popular and widely grown fruits in the world, with their largest production occurring in countries near the equator. They thrive in tropical and subtropical climates and are...
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