Yara Uganda is set to equip 10,000 farmers with modern farming skills aimed at enhancing harvests, increasing incomes, and creating dignified livelihoods while contributing to local food security and sustainable development.
In response to the growing challenges of hunger, soil degradation, climate change, and supply chain disruptions, Yara is committed to transforming the food system by restoring soil health, reducing emissions, and improving access to healthy food.
Through its Lima Ne Yara campaign, the organization will deliver targeted interventions that align with its Prosperity Agenda, which focuses on Improving farmer income and sustainability Promoting farmer diversity, contributing to zero hunger and healthy nutrition, driving digital transformation and innovation, empowering communities and promoting inclusion
The campaign also emphasizes gender inclusion and the empowerment of women and youth, recognizing their crucial roles in agribusiness. By promoting diverse and inclusive farming practices, Lima Ne Yara ensures that all stakeholders benefit from sustainable agricultural growth.
John Meshack Rotich, Commercial Manager at Yara Uganda, stated: “Our goal is to improve farmer income and sustainability, positively impact farmer diversity, and contribute to zero hunger. These efforts are underpinned by digital innovations to maximize reach and effectiveness. We are committed to improving livelihoods by boosting farmers’ prosperity and increasing access to healthy food for all. As we face global challenges such as hunger and climate change, Yara is taking the lead in transforming food systems to secure a better future for smallholder farmers and their communities.”
The Lima Ne Yara campaign is designed to equip farmers with the skills and knowledge necessary to improve productivity and profitability while promoting sustainable farming practices that restore soil health and mitigate the effects of climate change.
The campaign also aims to increase access to financial and digital resources, particularly for farmers, women, and youth, ensuring these groups can fully participate in and benefit from agribusiness opportunities. Additionally, the campaign seeks to strengthen local food security by improving agricultural yields and ensuring greater access to nutritious food for communities.
