Zombo district Communications Officer, Alex Pitua

By: Brenda Achen

Stakeholders in Zombo District have been urged to embrace climate-smart agricultural technologies, including resilient farming practices, improved seed systems and sustainable land management, to address the effects of climate change.

The technologies will be showcased during the Zombo Agricultural Trade Show and Coffee Conference scheduled for November 11–13, 2026, at Kyambogo Grounds, Paidha Campus.

Zombo District Production Officer, Dr. Walter Kumakech, says changing climatic conditions and unpredictable weather patterns have made it necessary for farmers to adopt climate-resilient agricultural practices.

Kumakech says the exhibition will bring together agricultural research institutions, consultants and agro-input dealers to showcase improved farming technologies, provide technical guidance and strengthen market linkages for farmers.

He says farmers will also receive information on how to manage prolonged dry spells and heavy rainfall to minimise losses in crop and livestock production.

The exhibition will also feature Holland Genentech Uganda, which promotes horticulture and improved agricultural practices. The company will provide farmers with an opportunity to interact with agricultural experts and learn better ways of growing crops such as potatoes, onions, cabbages, eggplants and leafy vegetables, as well as flowers.

Meanwhile, Zombo District Agricultural Officer Patrick Aneniu says the event will also focus on sustainable soil management practices aimed at protecting soil health, maintaining fertility and improving agricultural productivity.

Aneniu says the coffee conference will provide an opportunity to discuss value addition and commercial agriculture as pathways to improving household incomes.

He cites Oyoma General Stores, which has established a cassava and sweet potato processing plant to produce different value-added products, as an example of how local agricultural produce can be transformed into marketable goods.

He adds that the district is promoting increased production of coffee, bananas and livestock, including cattle, goats and sheep, to improve household incomes and address malnutrition through better access to nutritious foods such as milk.

Zombo District Tourism Officer Jovian Kayenyparwoth says the trade show will also provide an opportunity to promote the district’s tourism potential and cultural heritage.

She highlights attractions such as Adhii Falls, Nyagak Falls and Nyagak Hydropower Station, alongside the cultural heritage of the Alur, Lendu and Kebhu communities, which will be showcased during the event.

District Communications Officer Alex Pithua has called on stakeholders to mobilise communities to participate in the three-day event.

Pithua says the trade show will provide farmers and other participants with an opportunity to learn about modern agricultural practices, interact with experts and seek solutions to challenges affecting agricultural production.