Farmers in Kayunga District have been encouraged to shift from traditional low-value farming to high-value crop production as a strategy to withstand the effects of climate change, improve yields, and increase household incomes.
The call was made during a farmers’ training held at Kyampisi in Kayunga Sub-county, organised by the Advocacy Coalition for Sustainable Agriculture (ACSA) under the Power for Food initiative.
The training focused on regenerative agriculture and the productive use of renewable energy in farming.
Speaking at the event, Charles Iga, the Kayunga District Production Officer, urged farmers to change their mindset and invest in crops with higher market value instead of relying on conventional farming practices that generate low returns.
“Climate change has made farming more unpredictable than ever before. Farmers need to change their attitude and invest in high-value crops that can earn better incomes while adopting modern farming practices that conserve the environment. Regenerative agriculture and renewable energy technologies are key to sustainable production,” Iga said.
He noted that practices such as soil conservation, crop diversification, efficient water use, and the adoption of clean energy solutions such as solar-powered irrigation can help farmers remain productive despite unpredictable weather conditions.
The training also highlighted the importance of regenerative agriculture, which focuses on restoring soil fertility, protecting natural ecosystems, and reducing reliance on environmentally harmful farming methods.
Florence Nassuuna, the Power for Food Project Coordinator, said the initiative aims to equip farmers across Uganda with knowledge and practical skills to improve agricultural productivity while promoting the use of renewable energy technologies to reduce production costs and strengthen climate resilience.
“Our objective is to bring farmers together to learn better farming approaches that increase productivity while protecting the environment. Renewable energy offers practical solutions that make agriculture more efficient and sustainable,” Nassuuna said.
Farmers who attended the training welcomed the initiative, saying the knowledge shared would help them improve production and adapt to changing weather patterns.
The organisers pledged to continue conducting similar capacity-building sessions in different parts of the country to promote sustainable agriculture, strengthen food security, and improve farmers’ livelihoods.