Dwindling forest cover is hurting Uganda’s smallholder farmers
Climate change impacts are exacerbated by deforestation, but a new tree planting initiative could help
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By Sarah Mawarere for UBC Radio in Uganda
Buguso region in eastern Uganda was once rich in biodiversity, but sugarcane plantations and other poorly planned farming activities have caused a steep decline in forest cover. Deforestation causes water scarcity and reduces soil nutrient content, and affects the livelihoods of smallholder farmers.
Sarah Mawarere of UBC Radio investigates a new initiative that seeks to distribute 1.7 million seedlings by 2024, and support farmers to increase their crop yields.
Listen to Sarah’s full report here.
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