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    PLANNING AND MANAGING RETIREMENT
    (National Agricultural Research Organisation, 2026-07-08) Ssengendo Charles
    Goal of the presentation > To discuss the importance of Planning for Retirement. > To present the approaches to Planning for Retirement. > To discuss the essential ingredients of a happy and successful retirement lifestyle.
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    “SUNN HEMP FOR DAIRY: A Climate-Smart Protein to Feed Uganda’s Livestock”
    (National Agricultural Research Organisation, 2026-06-26) KAYIMA DENIS
    Overview Sunn hemp (Crotalaria juncea) is a fast-growing tropical legume originating from the Indian subcontinent. It belongs to the Fabaceae (Leguminosae) family and fixes atmospheric nitrogen through root nodules. Commonly grown as a cover crop, green manure, and increasingly as a forage/fodder crop for livestock. Grows rapidly — reaching 1.5–3 meters tall within 60–90 days under favorable conditions. Thrives in tropical and subtropical regions with well-drained soils and moderate rainfall.
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    Optimizing Reproductive Health for Maximum Productivity
    (National Agricultural Research Organisation, 2026-06-26) Tayebwa Dickson
    Vision: A leading hub of excellence in dairy innovation and sustainability, driving transformative growth in dairy production, value addition, and livelihoods in Uganda and Beyond Key programs: 1. Research and innovations 2. Farmer training and extension 3. Processing and marketing support 4. Sustainability and policy advisory
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    ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SAFEGUARDS STRATEGY 2025/2026-2029/2030
    (National Agricultural Research Organisation, 2025-06-10) National Agricultural Research Organisation
    FOREWORD The National Agricultural Research Organization (NARO), mandated to coordinate, supervise and guide agricultural research in Uganda, recognizes that Environment and Natural Resources (ENRs) are the foundation upon which sustainable agricultural development depends. These resources are central to countries’ socio-economic transformation, resilience, and food security. To safeguard them, NARO acknowledges the need for a deliberate balance between advancing agricultural research and innovation, and sustainable management of ecosystems and the wellbeing of society. Uganda’s agricultural production systems and rural livelihoods are increasingly threatened by challenges such as pollution, climate change, biodiversity loss, natural resource degradation, and social inequities. These pressures undermine productivity and hinder socio-economic transformation. As the custodian of agricultural research, NARO is strategically committed to addressing these challenges by embedding responsible, inclusive, and sustainable practices within her research processes and outputs. It is within this vision that the Environmental and Social Safeguards (ESS) Policy and Strategy has been developed. The Strategy provides roadmap for identifying, assessing, and mitigating environmental and social risks in all research programs, projects, and activities ensuring that agricultural research outcomes are scientifically sound, socially responsive, and environmentally sustainable. The formulation of this Strategy was informed by a participatory and consultative process that engaged stakeholders from a diverse spectrum which reflects our commitment to collaborative governance and shared responsibility in advancing agricultural research and resource sustainability.
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    ENVIRONMENTAL AND SOCIAL SAFEGUARDS POLICY GUIDELINES (2025)
    (National Agricultural Research Organisation, 2025-06-10) National Agricultural Research Organisation
    FOREWORD The National Agricultural Research Organization (NARO) is mandated to coordinate and guide agricultural research in Uganda. Environment and natural resources are the foundation of sustainable agriculture and central to food security and socio- economic transformation. Advancing agricultural research therefore requires balancing the use of natural resources with safeguarding the environment, ecosystems, and society. Agricultural research today faces challenges such as climate change, biodiversity loss, resource degradation, pollution, and social inequities, which directly affect production systems, livelihoods, and national development. NARO is committed to addressing them by embedding responsible and sustainable practices into its research agenda and operations. The Environmental and Social Safeguards (ESS) Policy Guidelines were developed to provide practical direction for identifying, assessing, and managing environmental and social risks that may arise from NARO’s research programs and activities. They promote best practices that conserve ecosystems, strengthen community resilience, and foster inclusive agricultural innovation. The guidelines also ensure that environmental and social considerations are integrated into all stages of research planning, design, and implementation. Their formulation was informed by wide consultations involving NARO staff, the ESS Task Force, the Policy Management and Top Policy Committees, the NARO Governing Council, and development partners. I urge NARO management, staff, and stakeholders to apply these guidelines as a practical reference for sustainable resource use and to ensure that agricultural research innovations deliver equitable, socially inclusive, and environmentally sound outcomes.