NORTHERN UGANDA AGRICULTURE AND TRADE SHOW STARTS AT GULU UINVERSITY
Officials seated in front of the post for agricultural trade show. Photo by Lakica Brandy Hope
By Lakica Brandy Hope
Gulu City
The 3rd edition of Northern Uganda Agriculture and trade show has kicked off at Gulu university playground in Gulu City under the theme “Unlocking opportunities, innovations for poverty alleviation and wealth creation”.
Grace Musimami, the General Secretary of the Uganda Forum for Agricultural Advisory Services (UFAAS) says the exhibition offers a platform for farmers to explore and be exposed to agribusiness ideas in Acholi sub-region.
“This is an opportunity for the local farmers to get the chance to get training offered by agricultural experts on some of the latest farming innovations to transform agriculture in the country,” he remarked.
According to Musimami, at least 300 exhibitors have confirmed their participation in this agricultural exhibition expo.
Geoffery Okello, a sales coordinator for Ladint products and Victory equipment limited said, the expo is a great opportunity for peasant farmers to learn innovative ideas to shape agriculture. “This event offers a platform for honest discussion on good agricultural practices which is very important for the small-scale farmers in the region,” he noted.
The agricultural show will feature the exhibition of agricultural products and machinery and training for farmers.
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