ESAFF Uganda

“I want to thank ESAFF Uganda for consistently choosing Serere as a platform to exhibit such innovations. Many of these innovations play a critical role in addressing climate change and improving agricultural resilience. As government, our primary responsibility is to assess whether these initiatives are truly benefiting the communities on the ground. I am optimistic that the Kyere Community Seed Bank will bring tangible benefits to the people of Kyere not only by supporting the seed business but also by enhancing the consumption of indigenous crops grown from the seeds we have collectively preserved.”- Nseko Anthony, Deputy RDC-Serere district.

“As the Serere community, you need to reflect so much on your readiness for conservation of indigenous seed. The good indigenous seeds we have now is courtesy of our fore fathers guarded the seed jealously. Its our time to act that the next generation will find the food to eat and that food can only come from the indigenous seeds we save.” - Hannington Lwandasa, National Agricultural Research Organization- PGRC

At ETOP Radio, David Oming, our Programs Assistant shared that the National Agroecology Festival 2025 was organised to celebrate small-scale farmers who are championing sustainable, climate-resilient farming.

“We want to create a platform where small-scale farmers, policymakers and young people can connect, learn, and showcase innovations in agroecology. This festival is appreciating and highlighting local knowledge, indigenous seeds, and agroecological farming practices.”