Seed Gist Issue 5

ESAFF Uganda's 5th Seed Gist highlights the critical role of Farmer Managed Seed Systems (FMSS) for small-scale farmers' livelihoods and food security. This issue explores how FMSS can address seed challenges, promote biodiversity, and build resilience against climate change and unsupportive policies. It emphasizes community innovations, technology, and collaboration to ensure farmers' right to save, share, and plant diverse seeds, free from corporate control. 

Consultant Terms of Reference (TOR) for Development of a Video Documentary on Agroecology Farming Practices

ESAFF Uganda believes that agroecology offers a viable pathway to fostering ecological resilience, improving livelihoods, and preserving natural resources. To amplify the understanding and adoption of agroecological approaches, we are seeking to produce a high-quality video documentary showcasing successful agroecology farming practices, with a specific focus on innovative strategies for soil health improvement and sustainable pest control and management. This documentary will serve as a powerful educational tool for farmers, extension workers, policymakers, and the general public, demonstrating the practical benefits and scalability of agroecological methods.

POLICY BRIEF: Forests on the Frontline of Combating Desertification and Drought in Uganda's Vanishing Landscapes

On this World Desertification and Drought Day, Uganda must confront a sobering reality: without decisive action, forest loss and land degradation will undermine national development, peace, and food security. However, with strong policy enforcement, community engagement, and global solidarity, Uganda can reverse this trajectory, restore its landscapes, and build climate resilience from the ground up.

ESAFF Uganda's Impact Report 2024: Building a Just and Resilient Food System

We are proud to present our 2024 Impact Report, a reflection of our collective efforts to elevate the voices of small-scale farmers and drive transformative change. In 2024, ESAFF Uganda deepened its commitment to food sovereignty, climate resilience, and farmer-led advocacy through strategic partnerships, community mobilization, and evidence-based campaigns, we continued to empower small-scale farmers especially women and youth to actively shape policies, strengthen agroecological practices, and build resilient local food systems.

PRESS STATEMENT: World Environment Day 2025

Each year on June 5, the world marks World Environment Day, the United Nations’ principal platform for raising awareness and prompting global action for the environment. The 2025 theme, “Ending Plastic Pollution,” is a critical call to action. According to the UN Environment Program (UNEP), over 430 million tons of plastic are produced annually, of which two-thirds become waste after a single use. A staggering 11 million tons of plastic waste enters the oceans and other water bodies each year, and without urgent action, this number could triple by 2040.

PRESS STATEMENT: International Day of Peasants Struggle

This 17th April, we stand in solidarity with small-scale farmers, peasants, and indigenous communities worldwide who fight for food sovereignty, land rights, and climate justice. Peasants are at the heart of feeding the world, yet they face land grabbing, corporate exploitation, and climate crises. This day honors their resilience and amplifies their voices in the fight for agroecology, fair food systems, and rural justice.

Seed Gist 4

We are thrilled to present the 4th edition of the Seed Gist. Seed is a crucial factor in the livelihoods of agricultural communities with significant benefits to crop productivity and food security. In this issue, we bring you a diversity of stories aimed at shaping the future of the FMSS amidst the increasing pressures from the multinational corporations, climate change effects, government policies, distribution and quality assurance among others.

Consultancy Terms of Reference (TOR) to Conduct a citizen Review of the Performance of NDP III on Land Governance Targets and Develop Brief Notes Highlighting the Economic, Social, and Environmental Benefits of Prioritizing Land Governance Within NDP IV & NLP.

ESAFF Uganda is seeking for a consultant to evaluate the performance of land governance under NDP III and to propose actions for improved integration of land governance indicators into NDP IV. This review will provide ESAFF Uganda and other stakeholders with critical insights into the challenges and opportunities in land governance and offer a roadmap for ensuring that land governance is prioritized within the NDP IV framework.

Consultancy Terms of Reference (TOR) to Develop, Simplify, Design, Print Educational Materials such as pamphlets, posters, and videos to raise awareness on Responsible Land Governance and its Potential Impacts on Communities

Given the central role that land plays in the agricultural economy and the lives of small-scale farmers, it is essential to raise awareness about responsible land governance and its potential impacts on communities. The development of Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) materials will provide critical tools to educate farmers and other stakeholders on these issues, ensuring that they are well-equipped to engage with land governance processes and advocate for their rights. ESAFF Uganda is seeking for a consultant to develop, simplify, design, and print educational materials (pamphlets, posters, and videos) to raise awareness on responsible land governance and its potential benefits for small-scale farmers, their communities, and the environment.

PRESS RELEASE: International Women's Day 2025

As we commemorate the International Women’s Day 2025, the small-scale women farmers under the ESAFF Women Forum, raise our voices to demand accelerated action for gender equality, land rights, and economic justice. This year, we unite under the call to "Accelerate Action: Land and Fair Economic Opportunities for Women", recognizing the critical role of women in agriculture in shaping a just and resilient food system.

A Call for a True Agroecology-based Food Systems Transformation to Ensure Food Sovereignty and Resilience in the CAADP Strategy and Action Plan  2026 - 2035.

In this position statement, citizens urge the African Union Commission (AUC), member states, and all stakeholders to seize this crucial moment and adopt a truly inclusive and transformative vision for agriculture in Africa. They further call upon the AUC and all stakeholders to ensure that the Kampala Declaration is not merely another document, but a turning point that puts people, communities, and the environment at the heart of African agriculture and food systems.

Seed Gist Issue 3

In our third issue of the Quarterly Seed Gist, we delve into seed quality, management, and conservation as fundamental pillars of FMSS success. The Seed Gist is a quarterly publication by ESAFF Uganda that serves as a vital resource for stakeholders in the seed and agricultural sectors. The seed gist aims to provide insightful updates and analysis on key developments within the seed industry, focusing on areas of policy, innovation, and sustainability issues. 

Human Pee is Liquid Gold: A small-scale Farmer's Guide on Using Human Urine as a Pesticide and Fertilizer

Human urine is a valuable source of different nutrients that have been used since ancient times to enhance the growth of plants, notably leafy vegetables and is universally available at little-to-no cost. This publication highlights the various steps involved in using human urine as a pesticide and fertilizer from collection up to application in the garden.

Small-scale Farmers' Statement to COP 29

The COP 29 statement unites small-scale farmers on the climate crisis frontlines, calling for equitable climate justice, agroecological practices, and polluter accountability. As climate impacts worsen, a policy shift is urgently needed. Small-scale farmers advocate for agroecology as a sustainable alternative to industrial agriculture, emphasizing its benefits for biodiversity, resilience, and community well-being.

Report for the 1st Agroecology Conference for Journalists and Communicators 2024

ESAFF Uganda, through its Agroecology School for Journalists and Communicators, hosted the 1st Agroecology Conference for Journalists and Communicators on January 25, 2024, in Kampala, Uganda. The conference brought together journalists and communicators to explore their critical role in amplifying the agroecology agenda and safeguarding our food systems.

Report for the 6th Women in Agriculture (WiA) Conference  2024

Here is the report for the 6th Women in Agriculture (WiA) Conference. The conference has grown into a powerful Platform that elevates the voices and contributions of women in Uganda’s agricultural sector. Organized by ESAFF Uganda, the conference has consistently addressed key issues affecting small-scale women farmers, such as social exclusion, poverty, and hunger, and has empowered women to become agents of change in their communities.

Report for the 6th Annual National Organic Week (NOW) 2024

ESAFF Uganda organized the 6th Annual National Organic Week (NOW) 2024 from 30th September to 4th October 2024, which aimed at popularizing best agroecological practices among small-scale farmers, schools as well as local leaders and emphasizing their role in environmental conservation while mitigating climate change impacts. This year, the NOW was celebrated under the Theme: Promoting Organic Farming as a Pathway to sustainable food production and climate resilience. This report highlights the different activities that were held during the NOW 2024.

Seed Gist Issue 2

This is the second issue of The Seed Gist, a quarterly publication that spotlights the vital role of Farmer-Managed Seed Systems (FMSS). In this issue, we continue to explore the rich legacy and innovative practices of farmers who not only preserve biodiversity but also contribute significantly to our global food systems. Farmers, as custodians of agricultural diversity, have been instrumental in preserving and developing seed varieties that meet the evolving needs of the world’s food systems. This issue of the Seed Gist highlights their wisdom, resilience, and creativity, while also examining the regulatory frameworks that govern the seed systems.

Small-scale Farmers' Call to COP 16 UN Biodiversity Conference 2024

This publication was developed through consultations with small-scale farmers across Uganda. It was presented at the United Nations Biodiversity Conference (COP 16) in Colombia. It emphasizes their role in biodiversity conservation and calls for agroecological solutions, climate justice, farmer-led policy reforms, protection of natural resources, and accountability for industrial agriculture's impacts.

Small-scale farmers' Perspective on the National Budget for Financial Year 2024/25

This publication offers insights into the national budget for FY 2024/25 from the perspective of small-scale farmers in Uganda. It examines key allocations, challenges like external financing dependence, and missed agricultural targets, while advocating for increased domestic investment, agricultural insurance, and efficient infrastructure to enhance productivity and resilience.

Small-scale Farmers' Perspective on Women Land Rights, A Report on the Land Rights Opinion Poll Study (September) 2024.

ESAFF Uganda conducted the "Land Rights Opinion Poll Study" highlights barriers women face in accessing, controlling, and owning land due to customary practices and weak legal enforcement. It recommends legal aid, awareness campaigns, and reforms to align traditional norms with national laws, promoting gender equity and improving food security and livelihoods.

International Day of Awareness of Food Loss and Waste: Infographics on 10 ways to minimize food loss and waste

ESAFF Uganda is excited to unveil an impactful new chart highlighting critical statistics and actionable steps to combat food loss and waste. The chart emphasizes that proper food storage, meal planning, and donating excess food are key ways to reduce waste. With clear, data-driven insights, this chart serves as a valuable resource for households, policymakers, and businesses in our collective effort to reduce food loss and ensure sustainable food systems. Let’s take action to save food, save resources, and save the planet!

Thriving in Agroecology:  Inspiring Success Stories from the Agroecology Business Hub

ESAFF Uganda highlights remarkable success stories from the small small-scale farmer agroecological enterprises under the Agroecology Business Hub. Through a collection of engaging narratives, it showcases how innovative small-scale farmers and entrepreneurs are implementing sustainable practices to enhance productivity, protect the environment, and strengthen local communities. This resource serves as both inspiration and a practical guide for those seeking to explore and adopt agroecological principles in their own ventures, promoting a resilient and sustainable food system for the future.

Bridging Gaps for Growth: Business Potential and Challenges of Small-scale Farmers in Uganda

This publication provides insights into the business potential, challenges, and opportunities for small-scale farmer-led enterprises in Uganda, focusing on sustainable and organic farming practices. The publication aims to aid policymakers, development practitioners, and small-scale farmers in understanding the dynamics of small-scale farming enterprises and to guide interventions that enhance their growth and sustainability.

Agroecology Poem Booklet

ESAFF Uganda initiated the inaugural Schools Agroecology Poem Writing Competition in 2023 where primary and secondary schools across the country took part. The competition aimed to harness learners' potential in agroecology while fostering creativity and writing skills among young poets and especially members of Agroecology Clubs. The Agroecology Poem Booklet showcases poems written by young poets.

An Analysis of The Policy Gaps, Barriers, and Opportunities for Climate Justice, Agroecology, and Peasant Rights in Uganda

The study conducted by ESAFF Uganda analyzed policy gaps and barriers related to climate justice, peasant agroecology, and peasant rights in Uganda. Through desk research and consultations with small-scale farmers and stakeholders, the study identifies opportunities within existing policies with the ultimate goal of providing strategic policy recommendations for up-scaling agroecology, achieving climate justice, and safeguarding peasant rights in Uganda. 

Seed Gist Issue 1

The SEED GIST, a quarterly repository of seed literature. Our clear mission is to cultivate knowledge for future generations, ignite conversations, influence equitable seed policies and investments, and foster a global community around the FMSS. In this edition, we turn our focus to the Ugandan context, examining the Plant Variety Protection (PVP) Act, Farmer Managed Seed Systems, and Farmer Variety Registration (FVR). Through this lens, we spotlight the disparities within the seed sector and explore interventions and recommendations that pave the way for a fair and inclusive seed system that respects the rights of small-scale farmers.

Impact Report 2023

We are thrilled to share with you our Impact Report for the year 2023, reflecting the incredible strides we've made over the past year. The year has been highlighted with impactful events but also new challenges for the Movement. At the heart of our work lies our unwavering commitment to empowering small-scale farmers and amplifying voices. We acknowledge the dynamic challenges that limit our mobilization and engagement amidst the shrinking civic space, thereby limiting our participation, voice, and influence in key policy and development processes. 

Promoting Responsible Governance of Investments in Land(RGIL) Learnings, Experiences and Stories of Change

ESAFF Uganda documented these stories of change from affected land users who have been supported to access critical land rights information and guidance through the Land Rights Support Center. From affected land users fighting for their rights, dispute resolution committees supporting access to justice and local governments’ promotion of local economic development, each narrative sheds light on the struggles and successes encountered in the pursuit of responsible governance of investments in land. 

Are farmer varieties ready for recognition?

ESAFF Uganda recently collected the voices of some small-scale farmers who have been preserving farmer seed varieties to highlight their contributions to the preservation of biodiversity. The question is, are farmer varieties ready for recognition?.

Small-scale farmers' Climate Manifesto 2023

ESAFF Uganda collected small-scale farmers' voices on climate justice into a manifesto. The Small-scale Farmers' Climate Manifesto 2023 highlight some key calls to action by small-scale farmers regarding achieving climate justice and food sovereignty. 

Small-scale farmers' press release on the World Food Day 2023

On the 16th of October 2023, as part of the commemoration of World  Food Day 2023, small-scale farmers' leaders spoke to the media about the challenges in water management. They made key proposals to the government and other stakeholders.

Small-scale farmers' messages on the International Day of Rural Women 2023

On the 15th of October 2023, ESAFF Uganda had a discussion with some leaders in the organisation and this publication presents some of the key messages.

The call from small-scale farmers to domesticate the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas (UNDROP)

This Policy Insight presents how the Declaration which is now in force and can be effectively used to protect peasants’ rights and further recognition of collective rights including promoting agroecology.

Report for the 5th Annual National Organic Week (NOW) 2023

ESAFF Uganda organized its 5th Annual National Organic Week (NOW) 2023 in 14 Districts across the country. This week aimed at increasing awareness of the benefits of organic products and farming production systems and accelerate the uptake of these in the wider community and promoting the best agronomic practices that conserve the environment and nature.

What does the Financial Year 2023/2024 budget offer to small-scale farmers and what more was expected?

This Policy Insight presents key highlights of the Resource Envelope for Financial Year 2023/2024 and Small-scale farmers’ priority areas for funding.

Governments can make the 2014 Malabo Declaration work for Small-scale Farmers and Agroecology

This Policy Insight assesses the progress made towards achieving the Malabo Declaration and presents drastic actions need to be taken by governments to achieve the Malabo Declaration.

SMALL-SCALE FARMERS PRESS STATEMENT: WHAT DOES THE FINANCIAL YEAR 2023/2024 BUDGET OFFER TO SMALL-SCALE FARMERS AND WHAT MORE WAS EXPECTED?

Small scale farmers met the media to highlighted what the Financial Year 2023/2024 Budget Offers to small-scale farming communities and also highlighted what more they expected.

Press Statement By Small-Scale Farmers On Food Safety On The Commemoration Of The World Food Safety Day 2023.
Small scale farmers joined the rest of the world to observe the sixth World Food Safety Day (WFSD) under the theme "Food standards save lives".

Transition and Invest in Agroecology for a Just Planet: A Statement on International Mother Earth Day 2023
On this International Mother Earth Day 2023, small scale farmers joined the rest of the World to commemorate and call for mobilization of all stakeholders to protect the earth. 

Agroecology Can Restore Our Lost Forest Cover

The International Day of Forests is observed on March 21 each year to promote awareness of the need of preserving and safeguarding forest cover. Small-scale farmers joined the rest of the globe in observing this day under the banner of "Forests and Health" this year.

Women who farm on a small-scale are pushing for a fairer deal. How can we remedy the gender disparities that exist in the agricultural sector?

The Policy Brief answers the questions "How can we remedy the gender disparities that exist in the agricultural sector?". It also shares What ESAFF Uganda has done to remedy the gender disparities that exist in the agricultural sector.

Seed Stories: Making a Case For Farmer Managed Seed Systems (FMSS)
This publication shares experiences of growth especially from women and youths whose interest in seed work has increased overtime due to the different activities implemented under the Farmer Field schools.

Amplifying Women Small-Scale Farmers’ Voices in Customary Land Systems Across The West Nile Region
This storybook examines how gender injustice and disparities in land access, ownership, and control particularly for women in the West Nile Region in Uganda are influenced by land governance and many other factors.

The Exodus to Ecological Organic Agriculture: Small-Scale Farmers’ Stories

ESAFF Uganda documented stories on the use of this information among small scale farmers and assess the contribution of this information in transitioning to organic farming.

Impact Report 2021
The 2021 Impact report highlights our policy influencing work at local and national levels in Uganda as well as our regional and global advocacy efforts. 

Press Statement: Agroecology Conserves our Soils: Where food begins

The annual observance of World Soil Day on December 5 is intended to raise awareness of the value of good soil and to promote the sustainable management of soil resources. Small-scale farmers joined the rest of the world in commemorating World Soil Day 2021 under the theme: "Soils: where food begins". 

RECIPE BOOK Preparation of Neglected and Underutilised Species.
This unique Recipe Book was developed by ESAFF Uganda to highlight the preparation of Neglected and Underutilized Species with the goal to increase the consumption of local food plants and contribute to improving nutrition.

Study Report on Responsible Investments in Agriculture in Uganda
This report is a synthesis of Uganda’s potential and effectiveness in implementing and domesticating international frameworks on responsible investments. The key international frameworks assessed were VGGT, CFS-RAI, Agenda 2030, AfCFTA and CEDAW.

Community Seed Banks. A practical Guide for Small-scale Farmers
ESAFF Uganda with support from Oxfam in Uganda and La via Campesina developed a practical community seed bank guide for small-scale farmers. This CSB Guide has been developed drawing from a wide range of participatory learning, where small-scale farmers actively engage, share experiences and learn together.

Small-scale Framers’ Perspectives on the Implementation of the PDM
ESAFF Uganda conducted the Parish Development Model (PDM) study to track the programme’s implementation, especially the short-term impacts, the status of the implementation structures and small-scale farmers’ participation in the processes.

The Investment Compliance Tool and Practical Guide Book 2.0 | Ateso Version

GIZ working closely with ESAFF Uganda in Mityana, Mubende and Kassanda districts among other partners developed the Investment Monitoring Compliance Tool.

The Investment Compliance Tool and Practical Guide Book 2.0 | Luganda Version

GIZ working closely with ESAFF Uganda in Mityana, Mubende and Kassanda districts among other partners developed the Investment Monitoring Compliance Tool.

The Investment Compliance Tool and Practical Guide Book 2.0 | English Version
GIZ working closely with ESAFF Uganda in Mityana, Mubende and Kassanda districts among other partners developed the Investment Monitoring Compliance Tool.

The Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) User Guide for Small-scale Farmer Groups
ESAFF Uganda developed the Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) User Guide for Small-scale Farmer Groups. The Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) guide aims to increase appreciation for organic agriculture.

Small scale farmers' Assessment of the Agro-Industrialisation Budget Allocation FY 2022/23

Small scale farmers assessed the budget allocations for agro-industrialization sub program FY2022/23. Small scale farmers believe that their participation in budget development processes can yield to ending hunger, poverty and inclusive development.

Poster on Alternative Dispute Resolution Mechanism

ESAFF Uganda established pro-community structures for affected communities and local investors to access critical justice through alternative dispute resolution mechanisms, particularly mediation.

WORLD FOOD SAFETY DAY 2022: Food Safety is Our Responsibility

As part of the commemoration, small scale farmers called upon different stakeholders to increase support for safe and healthy food through research, extension, training, and increasing awareness so that foods produced and traded are safe for human consumption.

Building Farmer Field School (FFS) Network in Uganda
This brief highlights the formation of the National Farmer Field School Network hosted by ESAFF Uganda. The National Farmer Field School Network is a network that brings together all the FFS actors.

Letter to Consumers on World Health Day 2022

World Health Day, held on the 7th of April each year, is an annual day dedicated to promoting the benefits of good health and wellbeing worldwide. Small-scale farmers joined the rest of the world in commemorating the day and wrote a letter to consumers with a message on feeding on organic products for better health.

Statement on International Women's Day 2022
This year, as we celebrate twenty (20) years of ESAFF, we join the world to celebrate International Women's Day under the theme "Gender equality for a sustainable tomorrow"

SMALL SCALE FARMERS' STATEMENT FOR THE WORLD PULSES DAY: Participatory Plant Breeding (PPB) Playing a Key Role in Promoting and Preserving Pulses
World Pulses Day is commemorated annually on 10th February to celebrate and raise awareness on the contribution of pulses to sustainable food systems, healthy growth, and biodiversity conservation.

The Kilimomart Application is Contributing to The Achievement of SDGS In The Region.

This publication highlights the contribution of KilimoMart to Sustainable Development Goals, the achievements of the KilimoMart Application in communities have contributed in achieving some of the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Understanding Responsible Agriculture Investments (RAI)

ESAFF Uganda believes that Responsible Agriculture Investments (RAI) yields food security and Nutrition. The poster indicates the 10 principles of the CFS-RAI guidelines- adopted from the Voluntary Guidelines on Responsible Governance of Tenure of Land, Fisheries and Forests (VGGT).

Community Seed Banks (CSBs): A Groundbreaking Opportunity to Realize Small-Scale Farmers’ Seed Rights
Community seed banks are greatly contributing towards the realization of and promotion of small-scale farmers’ seed rights and sovereignty by ensuring that communities conserve and manage their genetic resources.

From Breeding Objectives to Breeding (or Selection) Methods

The breeding objectives determine the type of breeding and selection work that will be done in the FFS, and which varieties will be used or requested from breeders or other sources. These include: Participatory Variety Enhancement (PVE), Participatory Variety Selection (PVS) and Participatory Variety Development (PVD).

Illustrated Guide on The Diagnostic Stage of The Farmer Field School Approach in Participatory Plant Breeding

The diagnostic stage is crucial stage of the Farmer Field Schools where small scale farmers perform a collective diagnosis of their situation and the problems and challenges they encounter in growing their crops and varieties, identify the breeding objectives and activities of a Farmer Field School (FFS).

Agroecology Can Achieve Climate Justice

ESAFF Uganda documented small-scale farmers’ voices on the impact of the changing climate to their communities and calls to their leaders on what should be done to mitigate the climate crisis. These were collected from different engagements like community meetings/events, dialogues and media engagements. 

Guidelines For Organic Certification of Individuals, Farms and Businesses Producing Organic Agricultural Products

This publication highlights guidelines for certification of individual farms, exporters and businesses producing Organic Agricultural products

Report for the 3rd Annual National Organic Week 2021
ESAFF Uganda organized the 3rd Annual National Organic Week (NOW) 2021 from 18th to 22nd October 2021 under the theme: "Go Organic, Its Only Natural".

Small-scale Farmers’ Voices on the World Soil Day 2021

Small-scale farmers joined the rest of the world in commemorating World Soil Day 2021 under the theme: "Halt soil salinization, Boost soil productivity”. As part of the commemoration, ESAFF Uganda held interviews with four small-scale farmer leaders on how organic agriculture can heal the soil and boost productivity.

PRESS RELEASE - GLOBAL DAY OF ACTION FOR CLIMATE JUSTICE

On the Global Day of Action for Climate Justice, ESAFF Uganda joined other indigenous communities, trade unions, feminist movements to air a loud and clear voice to the world leaders discussing our future.

Small-scale Farmers’ call to the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP26) scheduled to be held in Scotland, United Kingdom, between 31 October and 12 November 2021.

This paper was endorsed by small-scale farmers representatives (leaders of ESAFF district chapters) from 30 districts under the ESAFF Uganda umbrella during a dialogue organized in Kampala, Uganda on 26th October 2021.

Setting Up Organic Agriculture Demonstration Centers in Uganda
In a bid to motivate uptake and enhance adoption of Ecological Organic Agriculture technologies and practices, small-scale farmers shared their experience on setting up organic agriculture demonstration centers.

PRESS STATEMENT: Agroecology is key in Combating Desertification and Drought

On 17th day of June 2021, ESAFF Uganda joined the rest of the world in commemorating the Desertification and Drought Day with the aim of “Combating drought and desertification and restoration of degraded land”.

Communique on the International Day of Peasants’ Struggle

ESAFF Uganda held a Community Dialogue on 17th April 2021 in Apac Town Council in Apac district, northern Uganda. The Community Dialogue attended by men and women small-scale farmers was in commemoration of the International Day of Peasants’ Struggle.

Press Release on the International Day of Peasants' Struggle
On this 17th April, ESAFF Uganda joined other members of La Via Campesina (LVC) from around the world in commemorating the International Day of Peasant Struggles.

A Practical Manual For Small-Scale Farmers on Production of Organic Fertilizers and Pesticides

This publication has been developed to aid in increasing the uptake of Ecological Organic Agriculture practices among small scale farmers as it provides all inputs and requirements that the farmers need in making different kinds of organic pesticides and fertilizers.

Women Voices on International Women's Day

To commemorate the 8th of March, with support from La Via Campesina, ESAFF Uganda organized women community dialogues were rural women came together to highlight the essential role of rural women, celebrate achievements, highlight the hindrances and discuss further actions for change.

PRESS RELEASE: Agroecology equals healthy soil
On 5th day of December, ESAFF Uganda joined the entire world in commemorating the World Soil Day (WSD) to highlight how agroecology can improve soil health.

Report for The 2nd National Organic Week (NOW) 2020
ESAFF Uganda organized its 2nd Annual National Organic Week from 12th to 16th October 2020 in 13 districts across the country.

Communique for the 2nd Annual National Organic Week 2020
ESAFF Uganda together with partners organised the 2nd Annual National Organic Week 2020 that was launched on 12th October 2020 to increase consumer demand, confidence and appreciation for organically grown foods.

FY 2020-2021 Agriculture Budget Analysis Report
Small scale farmers assessed the FY 2020/21 Agriculture Budget allocation with a belief that adequate and prudent financing for the sector will provide the much needed resources to build resilience.

PRESS RELEASE World Hunger Day 2020
Released on 16th October 2020 which is the World Food Day which came at a time when its estimates that many households in Uganda will suffer from poverty. We then called it the World Hunger Day.

PRESS RELEASE Annual National Organic Week 2020
This press release was red on the launch the Second Annual National Organic Week (NOW) 2020 which took place from 12th to 16th October 2020 in various parts of the country.

National Organic Week 2019 Event Report
This is an Event Report for the National Organic Week 2019, which took place from 14th to 19th October 2019.

The Scale-scale Farmers’ Manifesto 2021/26

Leading to the 2021 elections, ESAFF Uganda, while working with other partners engaged small-scale farmers across the country to share their crucial issue that they feel the next Government should focus on. We developed the Scale-scale Farmers’ Manifesto 2021/26.

Procedure For Obtaining a Certificate of Customary Ownership (CCO)
ESAFF Uganda and  other land actors in close partnership with the Ministry of Lands, Housing and Urban Development (MLHUD) developed procedures for obtaining a Certificate of Customary Ownership (CCO)

Examining Uganda’s Performance in the CAADP Biennial Review Report and Recommendations

This publication presents Uganda's Performance in the CAADP Biennial Review Report and Recommendations. It shows the overall progress for implementing the Malabo Declaration for Agriculture transformation in Africa. 

Information for Campaign against Corona Virus in Farmer Field Schools (FFS)
This poster presents information for Campaign against Corona Virus in Farmer Field Schools (FFS). This informative poster contains guidelines that focus on reducing risks of COVID-19 community transmission when running FFS.

Communique for the Agriculture Post Budget Dialogue 2020
Under the 2014 Malabo declaration, governments committed a 10% budget allocation to the Agriculture sector off the National budget. Read the communique by small-scale farmers on the funding of the agriculture sector.

Celebrating World Food Safety Day 2020

The 7th June is the World Food Safety Day, and we celebrated it under the theme Food safety, everyone’s business. We joined the world today in amplifying the importance of food safety.

Promoting Organic Agriculture in Uganda

Here is a publication on our work on promoting organic agriculture in Uganda. Small scale farmers have also aired out their voices on what they think should be done to promote Organic Agriculture in Uganda. 

Impact Report 2019
The year 2019 was the first year of implementation of our new strategic plan which runs up to 2023. We continued to add small-scale farmers’ voices in policy processes.

Report for the On-line Conference on the Impact of the COVID-19 to Small-scale Farming, Food Security and Sovereignty

This Report presents issues the discussions by participants during the on-line Conference on convened to discuss the impact of the COVID-19 to small-scale farming in the EAC. 

Communique for the On-line Conference on the Impact of the COVID-19 to Small-scale Farming, Food Security and Sovereignty

This Communique presents issues the participants called on the EAC government to take action on during the on-line Conference on convened to discuss the impact of the COVID-19 to small-scale farming in the EAC. 

Report for the Women in Agriculture (WiA) Conference 2019
ESAFF Uganda with support from Trust Africa organized the first Women in Agriculture (WiA) Conference 2019 to discuss avenues of supporting rural women in agriculture. 

Agroecology and SDGs
Here is a short publication on how agroecology can contribute to the attainment of SDGs.

Small-scale farmers’ proposals on the NDP III
Eastern and Southern Africa Small Scale Farmers’ Forum (ESAFF) Uganda and Oxfam undertook an assessment of two draft NDPIII programmes in chapter 5 and 9. Find the key issues raised in this report.

Assessing farmer-managed seed systems in Uganda
The bulk of farming in Uganda is still mainly done by smallholder farmers and it is clear from previous studies that Farmer Managed Seed Systems (FMSS) stands out. Read more in this report.

Improving women farmers’ access to quality seeds in Uganda

Case study on how ESAFF Uganda used a community-led seed security model in one district of Northern Uganda to ensure that small scale farmers can access quality seed and have the power and right to save, use, exchange and sell seeds.

Factsheet on Desert Locusts
Here is a short factsheet on the desert locusts that have invaded Uganda

Agroecology can reduce the impact of climate change
Agriculture is the significant economic activity for over 68 per cent of the households in Uganda, most of whom are family farmers. Read how Agroecology can reduce the impact of climate change.

Securing Women Land Rights Using The GALS In Land Rights Model
Land is one of the significant productive resources and remains one of the most contentious and essential aspects all over districts in Uganda today. Read how the GALS methodology can help secure women's land rights.

A Communique developed during the small-scale farmers' agriculture budget dialogue.
On the 25th June 2019, 34 small scale farmers from 30 districts in Uganda convened in Kampala to discuss and analyse the budget allocated to the agriculture sector for FY2019/20

Make Malabo Work

This short publication is a letter from small-scale farmers to EALA MPs in EAC and MPs in the Parliament of Uganda. This presentation was during the Agriculture Budget Enhancement Workshop held in Kampala in March 2019.

2018 Impact Report
We present the 2018 Impact Report. This report highlights our policy influencing work at local and national levels in Uganda as well as our regional and global advocacy efforts. 

POLICY BRIEF on Family Farmers Building Resilience for Adaptation to Climate Change

ESAFF Uganda in partnership with LVC-SEAf and Africa Contact conducted a study in Mukono and Mubende districts on the effects of climate change on livelihoods of peasant communities. This policy brief builds on that study.

Small-scale farmers petition to Heads of States on the 2014 Malabo Declaration
Small-scale farmers petition the EAC Heads of states demanding the EAC States Allocate 10% Budget of the budget to the Agriculture Sector. 

United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas
This publication is on the United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Peasants and Other People Working in Rural Areas that was adopted by the Human Rights Council.

The 2014 AU Malabo Declaration and the EALA Zanzibar Resolution 2016
This publication presents the commitments of African Leaders in the Malabo Declaration on Accelerated Agricultural Growth and Transformation for Shared Prosperity and Improved Livelihoods as well as Resolution by EALA

Popularising the Sustainable Development Goals
This short publication presents information from a document on the UN 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) that were adopted by world leaders in September 2015.

STUDY BRIEF_Challenging Seed Industrialization in Uganda
This Study Brief is based on the ESAFF Uganda’s study on Assessing Farmer Managed Seed Systems (FMSS) in Uganda which represents the first attempt at comprehensively analyzing farmer managed seed systems.

PRESS RELEASE International Day of Peasants struggles 2019
Today, April 17, is the International Day of Peasant Struggle, a day to celebrate the great work small scale farmers do towards food security. 

UGANDA family farmers building resilience for adaptation to climate change

The field research of this study was carried out in Mubende and Mukono districts in the Central Region of Uganda on family farmers building resilience for adaptation to climate change. 

EAC Smallholder farmers proposed 5 key investment areas that would transform farmers livelihood and lead to greater economic growth
Smallholder agriculture continues to play a key role in the agriculture which is a priority policy objective of the East African Community (EAC) since its establishment.

EMPOWERING WOMEN AND GIRLS FOR SOCIAL AND ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Women in Uganda comprise more than 70 percent of the agriculture labor force with a major contribution to national GDP estimated at 22% yet the resultant profits are hardly aggregated. Here are some of our actions.

ESAFF Uganda Annual Report 2017

The year 2017 has been a remarkable year for ESAFF Uganda as an organization as we celebrate our 15th year since our establishment and therefore this annual report covers the progress made so far.

​Report for 2nd EAC Agriculture Budget Summit 2016

The summit had presentations on the country progress on the implementation of the Malabo Declaration (Progress, challenges, lessons learnt and recommendations). 

Why Government should preserve Indigenous Climate Change Adaptation Practices by Small Scale Farmers in Uganda

Perspectives on integration of indigenous knowledge in climate forecasts works well as it helps farmers to adapt to climate change and its variability as indigenous knowledge is put into practice.

Enhancing indigenous practices in climate change adaptation among small scale farmers

This study on Indigenous Practices to Climate Change adaptation by SSFs in Mubende and Soroti districts assesses the different indigenous practices small scale farmers use to adapt to the changing climate.

Budget allocation and Performance Tracking at Local Government Report Case Study of Mayuge and Kabale districts

This report synthesizes findings from a study aimed at reviewing Government expenditures in Mayuge and Kabale districts under the Agriculture sector and other related sectors.

ESAFF Uganda's Annual Report 2014/15

2014/15 has been an incredible year for ESAFF Uganda as an organization therefore this Annual Report aims at giving a brief insight of different activities that have been implemented.

Understanding Food sovereignty and Family Farming

Understand how food sovereignty gives the right of every nation to keep and develop its own capacity to produce food, vital for food security at community and national level.

ESAFF PETS ACTIVITIES IN A NUTSHELL

In the interest of assisting Small-Scale Farmers to prepare and conduct PETS in their areas/country, this brochure simply outline key steps to be taken by Small Scale Farmers when conducting PETS.

Public Agriculture Expenditure Analysis in Africa: A Case of Uganda

Agriculture is commonly understood to be associated with the production of crops, fisheries and livestock. This study is on Public Agriculture Expenditure in Africa focusing on the Case of Uganda

Basic CAADP Information for small-scale farmers

The Comprehensive Africa Agriculture Development Programme (CAADP) was endorsed at the African Union Heads of State Summit as a New Partnership for Africa’s Development (NEPAD) program in July 2003 and focuses on improving and promoting agriculture across Africa.

Summary of the Malabo Declaration 2014
Made by the African Heads of State and Government of the African Union (AU) at the Twenty Third (XXIII) Ordinary Session of the AU assembly meeting from 26-27th in June 2014

Agricultural and Food Security Policies and Small Scale Farmers in the East African Community
The study Agricultural and Food Security policies and small-scale farmers in the East African Community was conducted by Gret as part of INVOLVE project conducted by ESAFF.

The Small-scale Farmers Perspective on 2014 Malabo Commitments
Small-scale farmers share perspectives regarding the 2014 Malabo declaration on accelerated agricultural growth and transformation for shared prosperity and improved livelihoods.

2014 International Year of Family Farming (IYFF) Flyer

The 2014 International Year of Family Farming (IYFF) raised the profile of family farming and smallholder farming.