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    Diseases that attack animals
    (Daily Monitor., 2018-03-01) Okot, Lawrence
    Many livestock farmers undergo untold suffering when their animals suddenly fall sick and they cannot reach a veterinary officer. Below are the common conditions and diseases that cause sudden death in sheep and how to handle emergencies in the unlikely absence of a veterinary.
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    He turned his backyard into a fish farm
    (Saturday Monitor, 2018-02-03) Ssali, J Michael
    John Lubega Wavamuno, of Nkalwe village, Kingo sub-county in Lwengo district has been rearing fish for the last three years on his crop farm located on top of the hill and far away from swamps where normally fish are farmed in Uganda. What i have done is to bring the swamp conditions to the backyard off one of the old buildings at the far end of my compound and so i am a fish farmer now like all others in the swamps and valleys .
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    Rabbits bring quick money Rabbits bring quick money
    (Saturday Monitor, 2018-02-03) Nakibuuka, Beatrice
    Many times doctors have said red meat from most livestock animals is not healthy. Rabbit meat a white meat is a healthier option. The rabbit rearing business may not be a big investment but may help you earn some good money.
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    Rwenzori livestock farmers count losses as dry spell persists
    (New Vision, 2026-02-17) Amanyire, Samuel
    Livestock famers in Kasese district are reeling from the harsh effects of climate change, marked by prolonged dry spells, floods, mudslides and stormy winds.
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    IUEA, Russian University set to revolutionise fish farming
    (New Vision, 2026-02-17) Kiva, Nelson
    The future of fish farming in Uganda may soon be rewritten in a University laboratory. In a lab at International University of East Africa (IUEA) in Jinja, researchers are working side by side with teams from Volgda State University in Russia to develop an Artificial Intelligence (AI)- powered fish farming system designed to increase yields, cut costs and make aquaculture more sustainable.
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    President Museveni vows to end cattle rustling in Northern Uganda
    (New Vision, 2026-02-17) Odeng, Michael
    President Yoweri Museveni has vowed to institute measures to end cattle rustling in northern Uganda, particularly the eastern Acholi sub-region. He made the remarks at the 49th commemoration of the Janan Luwum day at Mucwini in Kitgum district.
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    Heifer international to train goat farmers at expo
    (New Vision, 2026-02-17) Musoke, Herbert
    Livestock is a vital part of Uganda's agriculture, providing food, income and employment for thousands of families. It's importance will be highlighted at the harvest money expo 2026, where Heifer International, the global non-profit that has worked with Ugandan farmers since 1982 will showcase how livestock and other ventures can be transformed into profitable businesses.
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    Anzoa is profiting from pigs
    (Daily Monitor, 2018-02-10) Okudi, Martin
    Clara Anzoa Aya has been recording profits since she ventured into piggery in 2011. She is one of chicken and pork products in west Nile and northern Uganda districts including Moyo, Arua, Adjumani, Gulu, and Lira.
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    MP cites double standards in eviction of cattlekeepers
    (Daily Monitor, 2018-02-08) Okello, Warom Felix
    " Some of our leaders are trying to protect the cattle keepers at the expense of our own people. The presidential directive should be implemented without any double standards"
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    What you should do to get a yellow yolk from hens
    (Saturday Monitor, 2018-02-10) Batte, R. Edgar
    Among others, poultry famers face a challenge of low egg production. To combat this challenge experts say the secret is in the feeds. Edgar Batte explores the best feeds that bring the best eggs.
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    Diseases that attack sheep
    (Daily Monitor, 2018-03-01) Katende, Christine
    Many livestock farmers undergo untold suffering when their animals suddenly fall sick and they cannot reach a veterinary officer. Below are the common conditions and diseases that cause sudden death in sheep and how to handle emergencies in the unlikely absence of a veterinary.
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    Goat meat ranks high
    (Daily Monitor, 2018-03-10) Bbosa, Denis
    Even when the weight gain and growth of goat farming in Uganda is still a major challenge, the demand for goat meat is massive and increasing.
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    Farmers worried over cattle theft
    (Daily Monitor, 2018-05-17) Ainebyona, Felix
    Security officials have advised farmers in Ankole to carefully scrutinize people they employ to look after their livestock. Maj Martha Asiimwe told the district council on Monday that 14 cases of cattle theft were reported in April and 16 cases this month