Agriculture – WAKISO DISTRICT LOCAL GOVERNMENT

Sector Head

LUBULWA HENRY
DISTRICT AGRICULTURE OFFICER (DAO)

Sector’s Mandate

To promote and facilitate sustainable agricultural development through extension services, technology adoption, and the creation of enabling environments for increased production, food security, and income generation among farming communities.

Core Functions

Extension Services: Provide technical guidance, training, and support to farmers to improve agricultural practices and productivity.
Technology Promotion: Introduce and support the adoption of climate-smart and modern agricultural technologies.
Crop and Livestock Development: Promote improved crop varieties and livestock breeds suitable for the local environment.
Disease and Pest Control: Coordinate pest surveillance and control programs, including vaccination and treatment of livestock.
Agribusiness Promotion: Support value addition, agribusiness development, and market linkages for agricultural products.
Farmer Group Formation and Strengthening: Mobilize and support the development of farmer groups, cooperatives, and associations for improved collective action.
Agricultural Data Management: Collect and analyze agricultural statistics to inform planning and decision-making.
Disaster and Climate Resilience: Promote climate adaptation strategies and build farmer resilience to drought, floods, and pests.
Coordination of Government Agricultural Initiatives: Implement national programs like Operation Wealth Creation (OWC), NAADS, and the Parish Development Model.

Core Values

Integrity: Maintain honesty, transparency, and accountability in service delivery.
Innovation: Encourage creative solutions and technologies to enhance productivity and sustainability.
Equity and Inclusiveness: Ensure that all categories of farmers—including women, youth, and persons with disabilities—benefit from sector services.
Sustainability: Promote environmentally friendly farming methods that safeguard natural resources for future generations.
Client-Centered Service: Focus on the needs and priorities of the farming community.
Professionalism: Uphold ethical standards, competence, and efficiency in all agricultural services.
Collaboration and Partnership: Work with public, private, and development partners to achieve shared agricultural development goals.