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A well-managed one acre of CWDr KR varieties can give you an average of Shs13m per annum.  This is because an acre can accommodate 750 trees considering commercial spacing of 10ft x 6ft. With an average yield of 3.5kgs per tree, a farmer will harvest 2,625kgs of graded coffee per annum. With an average price of Shs5000 per kilo (https://ugandacoffee.go.ug/ a farmer will earn Shs13m per year. History of Robusta Coffee propagation in Uganda Robusta Coffee grown in Uganda was derived from trees collected by agricultural workers in the early 1900s and consisted of two broad types: the “ Erecta ” type and the “ Nganda ” type. By mid-1930s, it was realized that more productive cultivars could be developed through deliberate selection within the existing tree population. Towards the end of the 1960s, some 25 individual trees (lines) had been selected on the basis of early maturity, high yield, large beans, good liquor and resistance to fungal diseases. These were further reduced to ...

Menu Home  »  Blog Blog Blog 12 Jul Coffee Farming in Uganda Featured Categories fruits Leave a comment on Coffee Farming in Uganda Uganda’s reputation as a fast growing coffee country is rising rapidly because of the climatic conditions and rich soils that favour coffee farming. Coffee was once a top cash crop in the country although at the moment it has been neglected and has not competed on the international market in a very long time. Coffee in Uganda is almost grown in all the regions however there are main regions like eastern Uganda and south western Uganda that produce coffee on a large scale. There are companies that have helped in coffee production in Uganda and these are the Kyagalanyi coffee limited which has constructed wet mills for washing the coffee cherries and the Great Lakes coffee company that has helped in processing and exporting of coffee from Uganda to other countries. Varieties of coffee grown in Uganda Robusta coffee is one of the varietie...

Fruit farming should be done in a agribusiness way, it’s a profitable venture that relies on natural processes. To achieve success, farmers should aim at employing unique farm management practices. Each practice can bring overwhelming results. These farm practices range from land preparation, planting, tree management during the vegetative growth stage, harvesting, marketing, and packaging. This planting season we at Bwebajja Fruit Tree Nursery   are committed to supporting you by giving a  special offer for DISOUNTED DELIVERY to your nearest town centre for any order more than Ugx. 250,000. To get higher profits, farmers should put the maintenance costs to a minimum. We do sell fruit seedlings at very competitive prices book yours today and get them delivered country wide at discounted cost. Hass avocados @ Ugx. 5,000 Grafted tree tomato @ Ugx. 5,000 Fuerte avocado @ Ugx. 5,000 Passion plants grafted @Ugx. 5,000 Yellow passion Ugx. 5,000 Mangoes @Ugx. 5,000 W...

Tissue culture provides the banana cultivators with access to a range of high-quality banana varieties, uniform plants and bunches, disease-free juvenile plants, rapid multiplication, and early harvesting. These complex benefits, coupled with the convenience of shipping tissue cultured suckers have collectively transformed the banana cultivation industry in Uganda.  This shows that tissue culture has revolutionized the banana farming industry in Uganda. Firstly, the farms are disease-free and this minimizes threats to plants by disease. Secondly, the plantlets are uniform hence farmers are assured of commercial production. Finally, the risk of flooding is eliminated hence farmers will have well-established plants that will be ready for consumption in a short period of time.  If commercial growers adopted tissue culture, banana cultivation could be more affordable and sustainable for the farmers, who would receive a good income fr...

Valencia and Washington navel (seedless) are the main varieties of oranges in Uganda. Matures after 2-3 years, Washington navel is a seedless variety bigger and tastier compared to Valencia which does well in warm and dry climate. Grafting with lemons on both varieties are hardy and matures with a short period of time. On average each tree produces between 120 to 200 fruits a season that spreads from April to November.  Ungrafted oranges offer about half the yields and mature less fast. One fruit goes from Ugx. 300 to sh 600. Oranges have a longer shelf life compared to other fruits like mangoes. Oranges can be inter-cropped with short term crops like vegetables and legumes to maximize earning. Oranges grow from sea level up to an altitude of 2100m. They grow in a wide range of soils varying from sandy soil to those high in clay. Ph range of 5.5 to 6.0 is ideal. An acre is planted between 200-250 seedlings depending with the spacing.  At Bwebajja Fruit Tree Nursery...

Guava fruit is a delicious and nutritious tropical fruit that offers several health benefits. Here are some of the health benefits of guava fruit: Rich in nutrients: Guava is a good source of several essential vitamins and minerals, including vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, and dietary fiber. Boosts immunity: The high vitamin C content in guava helps to boost the immune system, improving the body's ability to fight off infections and diseases. Good for digestion: Guava is high in fiber, which can help promote healthy digestion, prevent constipation, and reduce the risk of colon cancer. Lowers the risk of chronic diseases: Guava contains antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds that can help reduce the risk of chronic diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. Improves skin health: The high vitamin C content in guava helps to promote collagen synthesis, which can help improve skin health and reduce the signs of aging. Helps regulate blood sugar: The fiber...

Get rich growing Macadamia On one acre of land, you can plant around 80 trees, with each tree spaced approximately 7 meters apart in both directions. This careful spacing allows each tree to receive the necessary sunlight, water, and nutrients for optimal growth. For those interested in growing macadamia trees, proper maintenance and grafting are essential. A well-maintained, grafted macadamia tree can yield an average of 80 kilograms of nuts per harvest. Now, if you imagine a whole acre planted with macadamia trees, you'd have a bountiful yield of 6,400 kilograms of macadamia nuts in total. To put this into perspective, in terms of Uganda currency (Ugx), if each kilogram of macadamia nuts sells for Ugx. 4000, a single acre plantation would bring in a substantial Ugx. 25,600,000 per harvest. This demonstrates the potential profitability of macadamia farming, making it an attractive option for those looking to invest in agriculture. So, in summary, proper spacing and mai...