U-Growth II/RDNUC project- DAR 3 output 6 of the strategic intervention of Agricultural Production and Marketing [APM] where input dealers are supported in implementation areas of Arua, Nebbi and Zombo Districts

Duration (Months): 24 Months
Year: 2016 to 2017
Location: West Nile
Project Objectives

• To increase the resilience and create equitable participation of Northern Uganda in the economic development of the country.
• To support 30 input dealers in the districts of Arua, Nebbi, and Zombo and also to increase the sale of agricultural inputs by at least 25% by 2017

Project Results

• A survey was conducted, 30 Agro dealers identified, assessed, and selected
• 30 agro dealers trained in Business management
• 30 agro dealers trained in New product knowledge
• 30 agro dealers supported in the marketing activities.
• 30 agro dealers Trained in safe use handling of agrochemicals and agro-dealers premise inspection
• 30 agro dealers Supported to engage in produce buying
• The capacity of the UNADA regional structure in West Nile was Built
• 30 assisted to apply for MAAIF registration and licensing for premises and Operation
• Monitoring visits and NURI project appraisal exercise
• Networking with other stakeholders, institutions, and organizations
• Coordination meetings among Implementing Partners
• Increasing the membership of UNADA in West Nile

Total Budget: 498,624,000Uganda Shillings

Funding Source: U-Growth II/RDNUC project- DAR 3