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The 2nd Abanyeibanda Dialogue: Positioning Ibanda as the First District in Coffee Production in Uganda
January 9
| UGX20,000Join us for the 2nd Abanyeibanda Dialogue, a forum dedicated to enhancing Ibanda’s coffee production capacity. This event brings together local farmers, stakeholders, and industry experts to discuss practical solutions for boosting coffee yields, adding value, and overcoming key challenges within the sector.
Key Focus Areas
- Knowledge Sharing: On-site training and field visits to a demonstration coffee farm for practical insights and skills.
- Value Addition Showcase: Exhibition of locally produced coffee products and innovative coffee solutions.
- Market Linkage: Discussion on creating market opportunities and attracting investment for local coffee farmers.
- Expert Presentations: Insights from industry leaders, including keynote speaker Dr. Patrick Bitature.
Justification
Ibanda District, despite being ranked first among Uganda’s 146 districts, has coffee yields below international standards. This dialogue seeks to empower local farmers with the knowledge and tools needed to raise yields, improve quality, and increase incomes, contributing to national development goals.
Planned Activities
- Demonstration Farm Visit: Practical learning for farmers on advanced coffee farming practices.
- Coffee Product Exhibition: Showcasing of local innovations and value-added products.
- Investor and Market Linkage: Exploration of market opportunities with potential investors.
- Interactive Discussions: Presentation of strategies to enhance Ibanda’s coffee production and value addition.
Keynote Speakers
- Dr. Patrick Bitature, Patron ICON
ICON organizes dialogues in different fields every year.
Coffee is major sector in Ibanda Agricultural enterprises, we thank the team organising this!