Agriculture 

The Southern Highlands Provincial Government is investing in agriculture, focusing on coffee, cocoa, and potato farming. This initiative aims to improve food security, boost local incomes, and support sustainable development in the province.

Why Agriculture?

Agriculture is a key focus because it drives economic growth, provides livelihoods, and enhances food security. For Southern Highlands, investing in agriculture creates jobs, boosts local produce, and strengthens the province’s economy, while fostering sustainable development and reducing poverty

Coffee

Coffee Nursery seedlings are being loaded for distribution to projects in Poroma and Nipa, supporting local agricultural development.

Cocoa

Nipa Kutubu’s cocoa nursery is thriving with 15,000 seedlings. The farm now has 6,000 fruit-bearing trees.

Fish Farm

Fish farming in Southern Highlands Province aims to provide sustainable food sources, boost local economies, and create job opportunities for communities.

Rice Farm

Rice farming in Southern Highlands Province is being promoted to enhance food security, reduce reliance on imports, and create economic opportunities for local farmers, contributing to sustainable agricultural development

Coffee

Bee hives in Southern Highlands Province are being introduced as part of a sustainable agriculture initiative. Beekeeping provides honey production, supports pollination for local crops, and creates additional income opportunities for farmers, helping improve livelihoods and agricultural productivity in the region.

Potatoes

Hon. James Embia, President of Lower Mendi LLG, gave three bags of potatoes to each councillor as seed. This will help them grow potatoes in their wards, encouraging farming and self-sufficiency in the community

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