The 3rd National Agricultural Education starts today 📍 Jinja Showgrounds. Entry fee 5,000/= Mujje UNYFA Uganda National Farmers Federation NARO Uganda Uganda Agritech International Expo MAAIF 🇺🇬

NB: The average gestation period for cows is 281 days, with about equal chances for calving. Remember these calving guidelines: 1. Separate the calf immediately. 2. Disinfect the calf's navel. 3. Record weight, insert ear tag, and document calving. 4. Houses the calf clean.

Today Ms. Rosemirta Birungi successfully defended her PhD thesis Makerere University CAES and was recommended for the award of a PhD in Agricultural & Rural Innovations of Makerere University. Congz to her & the supervisors Dr. Kyazze & Dr. Matsiko. Richard Asaba Bagonza of @Mak_SWGS was the opponent.

Health Benefits of Chilli 🌶 Peppers *Boosts the immune system, helping fight colds, flu, and fungal infections. Reduces risk of type 2 diabetes. Improves eye health. Healthy hair and skin. Promotes red blood cell growth (anaemia and fatigue) Prevents allergies. Reduces cancer

#Farm_with_us @muarik1 DON'T WORRY TO LOSE YOUR ONIONS AGAIN HERE IS SIMPLE TRICK Onions prefer consistently moist, well-drained soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. They also grow best in loose soil that's high in organic matter.

As we officially re-open the Ivory Tower tomorrow, the 2 additions on the bus fleet Makerere University, have also landed. We wish to congratulate the Government of Uganda, the University Council and the University Management, for building for the future.

Water Scarcity is Choking Our Farms As water resources dwindle, crops struggle, soils degrade, and livestock suffer. With less water for farming, global food production is at risk. Join us on 5th Oct at Makerere University Agricultural Research Institute Kabanyoro 10:00 AM

This morning, Makerere University had the privilege of hosting the @Parliament_UG Committee on Education and Sports. We discussed the challenges the university faces in protecting its land. I thank the Committee for their concern on this matter. Members also visited our farmland

Dear Hay Farmers, Good morning! We know finding the right equipment can be tough. At Muarik, our carpentry unit specializes in modifying manual hay balers to pack bales weighing 15 to 17 kg. If you have any questions or need assistance, feel free to reach out. Best regards

#Did_you_know Cattle have a complex microbiome that affects their health and well-being. Any changes to this microbiome should be approached with caution to avoid unintended consequences.

Management & staff of CAES congratulate all students who will be graduating tomorrow, 17th January 2025, the final day of Makerere University 75th graduation ceremony. Overall, Makerere University CAES will present 562 graduands. Of these 19 will graduate with PhD, 97 Masters, 11 PGD, & 435 Bachelors.

Dr Steven Lwasa, Dr Patrick Musinguzi, & Dr Joshua Wanyama from Makerere University CAES announced as the overall Best Teachers Makerere University during the 75th graduation ceremony held from 13th-17th January 2025.

Principal Makerere University CAES Prof Gorettie Nabanoga & staff, reps from Mak Internal Audit & HRD, Head DARS rep & Farm Manager Makerere University Agricultural Research witnessed the handover of the Office of Director Makerere University Agricultural Research from Dr Okello Cyrus Ongom to Dr Peter Ebanyat. Congz Dr Ebanyat & thank you Dr. Okello for job well done.

Makerere University VC, Prof. Barnabas Nawangwe has today handed over 3 brand new buses to the Principals of Makerere University CAES , CoVAB, & Makerere University College of Health Sciences. The buses meant to ease mobility of students & staff were purchased with funding from the Government of Uganda.

H.E. President Museveni & First Lady Janet Museveni will attend Makerere’s Research & Innovations Week 2025! Expect cutting-edge projects in health, ICT, agriculture & more. Don’t miss out! #MakRIF #ResearchNews

Some of the Exhibitors at the Makerere Research and Innovation Week. The Exhibitors have been curated from the pool of innovators, who are funded by the Makerere University Research and Innovations Fund.

Established in 1953, Makerere Univ. Agricultural Research Institute Kabanyolo (MUARIK) hosts a number of projects & research facilities for Makerere University CAES including the Mak Regional Centre for Crop Improvement (MaRCCI) & the Mak Centre for Soybean Improvement & Development (MakCSID)

The Vice Chancellor Makerere University represented by the First Deputy Chancellor, Academic Affairs, Prof. Buyinza Mukadasi commissions the refurbished Main Entrance Gate at MUARIK. The refurbishment was done by students from Makerere University CAES & Makerere University CEDAT.

Gallant freshmen and women. We are excited to invite you to the Kabanyolo freshers' orientation — an chance to be guided through the research facilities, discover a whole new campus life, and enjoy a day full of engaging activities and fun. MUARIK is ready to welcome you!🎉

Today, members of the Uganda Climate Smart Agriculture Multistakeholder Platform monitored climate smart agriculture initiatives in the soybean & tomatoe value chains at Makerere University Agricultural Research & #DaniAgro during their on-going annual event supported by AICCRA