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@kfm Mon, 25 Dec 2023 06:29:51

Govt sets seasonal harvesting dates to improve Vanilla quality

In response to concerns from farmers about vanilla theft and fluctuating prices, the Ugandan government has implemented seasonal harvesting dates for the crop. State Minister for Agriculture, Rt. Major Bwino Kyakulaga, announced that vanilla harvesting will be officially permitted from January 5th to April 5th, 2024. This designated harvesting period accounts for regional variations in crop maturity, aiming to ensure consistent quality for international exports. Minister Kyakulaga emphasized that standardizing harvest times will not only improve Uganda’s vanilla reputation and fetch higher export prices but also benefit farmers with fairer margins. Furthermore, the new regulations are intended to curb the rampant theft of vanilla beans, a major concern for many Ugandan farmers. By restricting harvesting to a specific timeframe, authorities […]

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