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INTERLUDE!
Who says big messages only need big people? 😄
These young stars took the stage at NAAS 2026 with their poem, “Protect Our Environment,” reminding us that caring for our planet is everyone’s business.
The future has spoken. Are we listening?
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Presenting on the State of Agroecology in Uganda: Evidence, Progress, Gaps and Opportunities at the 8th National Agroecology Actors’ Symposium (NAAS), Mr. Sunday Bob George of the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (@MAAIF_Uganda) has highlighted the need to embed agroecology across the country’s agricultural systems.
This means going beyond individual projects to integrate agroecology into policies, programmes, research and agricultural extension services. It also means investing in farmer training, improving access to knowledge and markets, and creating an enabling environment for sustainable practices to grow.
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Achieving this requires coordinated action from government, researchers, farmer organisations, development partners and the private sector.
The opportunity is to build on existing evidence and farmer experiences, address the gaps and create a more systematic approach that supports farmers, protects natural resources and strengthens food and nutrition security.
Scaling agroecology is not simply about doing more. It is about making agroecology part of how Uganda plans, invests in and delivers agricultural development.
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Agroecology offers a pathway to achieving these goals by connecting food production with environmental protection, nutrition and the well-being of farming communities.
The measure of agricultural transformation should not be production alone, but whether it builds resilient food systems and ensures communities can access safe, adequate and nutritious food.
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He also emphasized that development partners cannot do this work alone. Strong partnerships among government, farmers, civil society and the private sector are essential to advancing agroecology.
The message is clear: resilient food systems are built through long-term commitment and practical support for the people who produce our food.
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🌍 WHAT DOES IT TAKE TO BUILD FOOD SYSTEMS THAT CAN WITHSTAND TOMORROW’S CHALLENGES?
Addressing hunger, responding to climate change and protecting livelihoods requires food systems that work for both people and the environment.
Speaking at the 8th National Agroecology Actors’ Symposium, Charles Opiyo, Resilient Livelihoods Programme Manager at Oxfam in Uganda, called for sustained investment in approaches that empower farmers, protect biodiversity and make nutritious food more accessible.
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In her remarks at the 8th National Agroecology Actors’ Symposium (NAAS), Josephine Akia Phiona, Country Coordinator @pelum_uganda, has called on Ugandans to recognize their role in advancing agroecology and transforming the country’s food systems.
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Edward Mukibi, Board Chairperson of PELUM Uganda, calls for practical, fundable solutions to food insecurity and unemployment, urging stakeholders to turn agricultural potential into nutritious food, decent livelihoods and economic opportunities for women and youth.
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Uganda’s agricultural future depends on collective action.
The country ED of @pelum_uganda, @AkiaPhiona while addressing the 8th National Agroecology Actors Symposium, highlighted the importance of bringing together farmers, policymakers, researchers, civil society, development partners and the private sector to shape sustainable food systems.
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🎙️ Sunday Bob George outlines Uganda’s evolving policy framework for agroecology, citing the National Organic Agriculture Policy of 2019, the draft National Agroecology Strategy and ongoing work towards a proposed National Ecological Organic Agriculture Bill.
He says these policy processes are important steps towards establishing a stronger framework for sustainable farming approaches, including organic, regenerative and biodynamic agriculture.
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🎙️ Sunday Bob George, Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF), highlights three key enablers of agroecology in Uganda: farmers’ knowledge and innovation, a supportive policy environment, and opportunities to scale through markets and research.
He emphasizes that farmers are at the frontline of agroecology, using their creativity and experience to champion sustainable farming practices.
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🎙️ “Transforming Uganda’s food systems, ladies and gentlemen, won’t happen if we don’t meaningfully collaborate.”
Charles Opiyo, Resilient Livelihoods Manager at Oxfam Uganda, stresses that advancing agroecology requires sustained investment, research and development, product innovation and respect for the rights of agroecology actors.
He calls for an enabling environment where communities can access the resources needed to produce their own food, reinforcing the principle that the right to food goes beyond being fed to include the ability to grow food sustainably.
He urges stakeholders to continue working with government to tackle poverty and inequality through resilient, inclusive food systems.
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🎙️ Agroecology presents significant economic opportunities for Uganda, but unlocking its full potential requires collaboration between farmers, researchers, academia and the private sector.
Charles Opiyo of Oxfam Uganda calls for investment in research, innovation and product development to make agroecological products more appealing to changing consumer preferences, particularly among young people.
He also highlights opportunities to promote urban food production through small growing spaces and to recycle market organic waste into valuable fertiliser through circular economy initiatives.
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“The transformation we seek cannot be achieved by government alone, farmers alone, or civil society and development actors alone.”
Josephine Alia Luyimbazi, Country Coordinator of @pelum_uganda, calls for a shared vision, coordinated action and collaboration to transform Uganda’s agrifood systems.
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The 8th National Agroecology Actors’ Symposium (#NAAS2026) is underway at Hotel Africana, Kampala, under #AgroecologyWeekOfAction2026.
Stakeholders are exploring how to transform Uganda’s agrifood systems by advancing agroecology under the Kampala CAADP Commitments, building more sustainable, resilient and inclusive food systems for all.
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Edward Mukiibi, Board Chairperson of @pelum_uganda, has emphasised that Uganda must move beyond short-term humanitarian food aid and invest in sustainable, locally driven solutions to recurrent hunger crises.
He called for long-term interventions that address the root causes of hunger and strengthen community resilience.
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The 8th National Agroecology Actors’ Symposium (#NAAS2026) is underway at Hotel Africana, Kampala, under #AgroecologyWeekOfAction2026.
Stakeholders are exploring how to transform Uganda’s agrifood systems by advancing agroecology under the Kampala CAADP Commitments, building more sustainable, resilient and inclusive food systems for all.
#Agroecology
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The 8th National Agroecology Actors’ Symposium (#NAAS2026) is underway at Hotel Africana, Kampala, under #AgroecologyWeekOfAction2026.
Stakeholders are exploring how to transform Uganda’s agrifood systems by advancing agroecology under the Kampala CAADP Commitments, building more sustainable, resilient and inclusive food systems for all.
#Agroecology
THE WAIT IS OVER! TODAY IS THE DAY!
The 8th National Agroecology Actors’ Symposium is here!
Agroecology actors are coming together to exchange knowledge, showcase innovations and strengthen collective action for sustainable food systems and resilient communities.
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Family Planning for the Soil
Ezra says, just as families benefit from spacing between children, the land also needs a break between harvests! This gives the soil time to recover its nutrients and regain fertility.
Come learn from farmers across the country about organic fertilizers Come at the #AgroecologyWeekOfAction organized by @pelum_uganda and discover what works for your land!
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What does it take to build a food system that sustains farmers, protects biodiversity and strengthens resilience to climate change?
In about 15 minutes, Josephine Akia Phiona, Country Coordinator @pelum_uganda, joins @ubctvuganda to discuss the 2026 Agroecology Week of Action, its significance and the conversations shaping Uganda’s food future.
📺 Station: UBC TV
⏰ Time: 6:30 pm
The Agroecology Week of Action kicks off on Tuesday, October 27, at People’s Square, Hotel Africana, Kampala, bringing stakeholders together to explore how agroecological production, policy action and market opportunities can contribute to a just and resilient food future.
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Great conversations need people who can bring different perspectives into the room, ask the right questions and keep the discussion moving.
As we count down to Agroecology Week of Action 2026, meet four moderators who will guide conversations across our flagship events.
First up, meet the moderators! 🧵👇🏿
MILDRED TUHAISE | NAAS MODERATOR
Meet Mildred Tuhaise, Communication Specialist/Manager, Stakeholder Engagement at the National Water and Sewerage Corporation (NWSC).
Mildred will moderate the 8th National Agroecology Actors’ Symposium, guiding discussions on transforming Uganda’s agrifood systems and advancing agroecology under the Kampala CAADP commitments.
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What role can agroecology play in building sustainable food systems, improving livelihoods and protecting the environment in Uganda?
Tune in to #UBCTheLens as Josephine Akia Luyimbazi, Country Coordinator at @pelum_uganda, shares insights ahead of the 2026 Agroecology Week of Action.
📺 Sunday, 25 October | 6:30 PM
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I’m looking forward to the #AgroecologyWeekOfAction2026!Excited to explore how agroecology can strengthen local markets, promote healthy food choices and create opportunities for farmers and sustainable businesses.
Let’s connect good food, responsible business and thriving communities!
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