Abstract:
A survey of occurrence, distribution, use and income generation from exotic and indigenous trees/shrubs
species in Mbarara district was done in collaboration with Mbarara ARDC during the quarter. A survey report is
being compiled, while similar work for Ntugamo district is underway. Data collection and monitoring of on-farm
trails on Calliandra and Leuceana fodder banks is being done in Isingiro South. Data collected so far include
seedlings plated, survival rates and pests and diseases. Documentation of farmer groups in both districts for
planning is has been done. The management and monitoring of fruit mother garden in Kikagati sub-county was
done during the quarter.