Tag: Rice farming


  • Museveni Inaugurates Shs71 Billion Achomai Irrigation Scheme, Urges Safe Rice Farming on Dry Land

    Museveni Inaugurates Shs71 Billion Achomai Irrigation Scheme, Urges Safe Rice Farming on Dry Land

    Introduction: A Landmark Irrigation Project <p President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni officially commissioned the Shs71 billion Achomai Irrigation Scheme in Kamutur Sub-county, Bukedea District, marking a significant milestone in Uganda’s agricultural development. The project aims to boost rice production, improve water management, and increase farmer incomes by enabling reliable yields beyond the rainy seasons. Strategic Goals:…

  • Museveni Commission Achomai Irrigation Scheme: Boosting Rice Farming Safely

    Museveni Commission Achomai Irrigation Scheme: Boosting Rice Farming Safely

    Overview of the Achomai Irrigation Scheme President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni today commissioned the Achomai Irrigation Scheme in Kamutur Sub-county, Bukedea District, a cornerstone project valued at Shs71 billion. The facility is designed to transform dry-land farming into a reliable, water-secure system that can sustain rice production while protecting wetlands. The launch signals a push toward…

  • Museveni Inaugurates Shs71 Billion Achomai Irrigation Scheme, Urges Rice Farming on Dry Land

    Museveni Inaugurates Shs71 Billion Achomai Irrigation Scheme, Urges Rice Farming on Dry Land

    President Museveni Opens the Achomai Irrigation Scheme President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni formally commissioned the Shs71 billion Achomai Irrigation Scheme in Kamutur Sub-county, Bukedea District, marking a significant milestone in Uganda’s push toward irrigation-led agricultural modernisation. The project, funded to transform dry land into productive farming zones, is expected to bolster rice production while safeguarding the…

  • P7,000 Cash Aid for 1 Million Rice Farmers in 2026 Budget

    P7,000 Cash Aid for 1 Million Rice Farmers in 2026 Budget

    Overview The Philippines is moving to cushion farmers’ finances with a targeted cash aid program as part of the proposed P6.7 trillion national budget for 2026. Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III announced that about 1 million rice farmers will receive P7,000 each to help offset losses caused by persistently low palay (unhusked rice) prices. The…

  • P7K Cash Aid for 1 Million Farmers in 2026 Budget

    P7K Cash Aid for 1 Million Farmers in 2026 Budget

    Background: Aiming to shield farmers from low palay prices The Philippines is considering a substantial package in the 2026 national budget, with a flagship measure to provide cash aid to farmers. Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III announced that one million rice farmers would each receive P7,000 under the proposed P6.7 trillion budget for 2026. The…

  • Philippines Puts Cash Aid for 1 Million Rice Farmers in 2026 Budget

    Philippines Puts Cash Aid for 1 Million Rice Farmers in 2026 Budget

    Overview: Targeted relief for rice farmers In a move officials say could reshape how the government supports the agricultural sector, Speaker Faustino “Bojie” Dy III announced that about one million rice farmers are set to receive a cash aid of P7,000 each under the proposed P6.7 trillion budget for 2026. The pledge was made during…