In Kagadi District, over 20 model farmers were awarded goats for their exceptional dedication to agroforestry and sustainable land management as part of the Investing in Forests and Protected Areas for Climate-Smart Development (IFPA-CD) Modified Approach to Scaling-up (MAS) Project. This livestock distribution is one of the concluding activities of the two-year program.

The Investing in Forests and Protected Areas for Climate-Smart Development (IFPA-CD) MAS Project is concluding its two-year operations in Kagadi, Uganda, under the Ministry of Water and Environment. Funded by the World Bank, the project has focused on implementing intensive, mixed-use agroforestry systems and recently distributed ruminant animals to model agroforestry farmers as part of its initiatives.

In Tanzania and across Africa, farmers are increasingly adopting agroecology, a sustainable agricultural approach that integrates ecological principles with local knowledge and innovation. This shift aims to enhance food security and resilience against climate shocks while improving productivity and income for households that rely on agriculture for their livelihoods.

Uganda's agriculture sector has experienced a growth rate of 6.7%, coinciding with the 32nd National Agricultural Show held at the UNFFE Show Grounds in Jinja. The event attracted a diverse group of participants, including farmers, agribusiness entrepreneurs, policymakers, financial institutions, and technology providers, highlighting the importance of agricultural development in the country. The spotlight is also on the Operation Wealth Creation initiative, which aims to enhance agricultural productivity.

Uganda has recognized leading environmental innovators at the 3rd Edition of the National Environment Sustainability Awards (NESA) 2026, hosted by the National Environment Management Authority at Serena Hotel Kampala. The event, themed "Innovation for Climate Resilience," celebrated individuals, institutions, companies, and communities that are implementing impactful solutions in environmental conservation and climate action.

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has expressed support for a proposed Regional Farm Service Centre Initiative aimed at tackling issues in Uganda's agricultural sector, particularly the problem of counterfeit agro inputs. This announcement was made during a meeting with a South African delegation led by Mr. Andile Ramaphosa at State Lodge, Nakasero, where a tripartite collaboration involving Namunkekera Farm Service Centre and the National Animal Genetic Resources Centre and Data Bank (NAGRC&DB) was discussed.