Cassava Farmers in Teso Decry Low Prices.

Cassava Farmers in Teso Decry Low Prices
Cassava farmers in Teso are facing a dire situation as prices for their produce have plummeted in the region
This crisis is exacerbated by diseases affecting cassava crops, leading to rotting and further diminishing market value.

Augustine Akutu, a renowned farmer and Chairperson of Businessmen in Teso, shared that he owns over 500 hectares of cassava in Amuria and Kapelebyong
He expressed that the recent drop in prices has severely impacted their livelihoods
He noted that many people approach him to buy his cassava, but they offer only 400 shillings per kilogram, which is disheartening, especially during the peak harvesting season.

He explained that some farmers steal unripe cassava stems from research centers and plant them without proper guidance
As a result, when the quality cassava is ready, it gets mixed with inferior varieties, leading to poor yields.

He urged the government to protect the Serere research center and suggested that fencing the unit could help mitigate these challages #CityfmNewsUpdates