The Farmers Guide Uganda

29/04/2026

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28/04/2026

Mr. Stephen Ekoom founder The Farmers Guide Uganda has rolled out mindset change trainings in Bukedea in preparation for the launch of the Okwere Coffee Initiative Project launch in collaboration with Okwere Foundation, the farmer groups and SACCOs are being trained on model coffee farms in Bukedea set up with support from thefarmersguideug.com and partners

28/04/2026

Gardening powerfully boosts both mental and physical health by elevating mood, enhancing gut microbiome diversity, and reducing anxiety and stress. Multiple meta-analyses and studies confirm that regular gardening lowers symptoms of depression and anxiety while increasing life satisfaction and overall well-being.

Physically, gardening provides moderate exercise through digging, weeding, and planting, which improves muscle strength, cardiovascular health, and vitamin D levels from sunlight exposure. It also helps reduce body mass index and supports better nutrition when growing your own produce.

Mentally, the activity promotes mindfulness, a sense of accomplishment, and connection to nature, lowering cortisol levels. Even short sessions of 10–30 minutes can calm the mind and lighten mood by stimulating serotonin production.

A key mechanism involves gut health: contact with healthy soil bacteria (such as Mycobacterium vaccae) during gardening diversifies the gut microbiome. Studies show gardening families have higher microbial diversity and more beneficial fiber-fermenting bacteria, linked to improved immunity, reduced inflammation, and better mental health via the gut-brain axis.

In essence, gardening offers a holistic, accessible way to nurture body and mind simultaneously — no gym or therapy required.

24/04/2026

Hon.Okwere noted that the project will organize farmers in coffee grower groups where they will be trained and supported with inputs to excellence by the agricultural experts from The Farmers Guide Uganda Limited and other stakeholders

By Skika Reporter. Farmers across the Teso subregion have been urged to embrace coffee farming as a reliable commercial enterprise to improve household incomes and boost agricultural productivity. …

24/04/2026

Coffee In Bukedea!

24/04/2026

OKWERE COFFEE INITIATIVE PROJECT -BUKEDEA

We are glad to announce a collaboration with Okwere Foundation on a wealth creation project in Bukedea where several farmer groups will be trained by coffee experts on coffee farming and supported with inputs by partners and Bukedea County MP elect Hon.Okwere David Beecham, we have done extensive research on the viability of growing in Bukedea and Teso sub region with 10 acres of coffee already being harvested and it's time train and roll out the green gold to support the country's target of 20 million bags of coffee by 2030!

24/04/2026

For inquiries visit our website thefarmersguideug.com 😆

06/03/2026

Continuing the vision.
We are proud to present to you the Free RR Bukedea Eye Camp organized by the Ruparelia Foundation in honor of Rajiv Ruparelia.

In partnership with Mulago National Referral Hospital, C-Care, and other organizations i.e. Abacus , , GittoesPharmaceuticals, RoyalPharma2011Ltd, Rene Industries Limited , , , , , Sino Uganda , Krisha International , , .milk , Midas Floors, and @88.2sanyufm

We are bringing essential eye care services to the people of Bukedea and surrounding regions i.e. Soroti, Mbale, Gulu, Lira, Tororo, and Kapchorwa to join us as we work together to enrich lives through better sight.
Let’s work together to enrich lives through better sight.

Services Offered;
Comprehensive Eye Check-ups
Cataract Screenings & Surgeries (for selected cases
Provision of Reading & Children’s Glasses

Dates: 27th – 29th March, 2026
Location: Bukedea Teaching Hospital.

29/01/2026

We are a leading Ugandan innovator and supplier specializing in high-quality, durable solar drying technologies. They are a one-stop solution for farmers and enterprises looking to reduce post-harvest losses and add value to their agricultural produce (such as coffee, cocoa, fruits, vegetables, and grains).
Core Offerings:
✓Portable Solar Dryers: Affordable, ready-to-use units designed for flexibility and efficiency, suitable for small to medium batch processing.
✓Fixed/Permanent Solar Dryers: Custom-built, large-scale greenhouse-style installations engineered for high capacity, ideal for commercial operations and farmer cooperatives.
✓Training & Consultation: Expert guidance on post-harvest handling best practices and value addition techniques.

Contact Details:
WhatsApp: +256 784 890804
Website: www.thefarmersguideug.com
Head Office: Plot 35, Masaba Avenue (Amber Stores), Industrial City Division, Mbale

29/01/2026

02/01/2026

HAPPY New Year 🎊