President Museveni’s Call for Economic Integration
By The Public Lens
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has urged residents of Budaka to take a cue from successful farmers in their district, citing Kirya Mulonde’s impressive farm as a shining example.
Located in Kilara Village, Kamonkoli Parish, Ikiki Sub-County, Kirya’s farm showcases modern farming techniques that have transformed his five-acre land into a thriving enterprise.
His innovative approaches to fish farming, poultry, piggery, and goat farming demonstrate how small landholders can build sustainable wealth.
President Museveni, currently on a performance assessment tour for the Parish Development Model (PDM) in the Bukedi sub-region, praised Kirya’s dedication to wealth creation through modern farming.
The President likened Kirya to the biblical parable of seeds sown in fertile soil, emphasizing his success as an inspiration to others.
Kirya’s annual profits are staggering: 120 million Ugandan shillings from fish farming, 65.5 million from poultry, and 53.4 million from pig farming. His goat and cattle business adds an additional 6 million Ugandan shillings in profits each year.
Key Takeaways from Kirya’s Farm
– Innovative Land Use: Kirya’s farm demonstrates how small landholders can create sustainable wealth through modern farming techniques.
– Environmental Stewardship: Kirya’s advanced fish farming practices protect the swamp ecosystem, showcasing ecologically mindful practices.
– Community Impact: Kirya’s farm provides training and employment opportunities for local farmers.
To support Kirya’s agricultural success, President Museveni pledged a vehicle, a larger incubator, and feed-chopping machinery.
He also promised financial assistance for Kirya’s medical expenses.
This move aims to encourage more smallholder farmers to join Uganda’s money economy, aligning with the Parish Development Model’s goal of lifting 17.5 million Ugandans out of poverty.
