The National Forestry Resources Research Institute (NaFORRI) is the NARI mandated to undertake research in all aspects of forestry.
Mukono, Uganda
Joined August 2015
- Tweets431
- Following1.6K
- Followers4.2K
- Likes887
🌳Uganda's avocado revolution has begun!
@NAFORRI_UG hosted the launch of One Million Avocado Program, an initiative led by @Futures2030 under the auspices of Hass Uganda to plant One Million avocado 🌳🌳and combat climate change, and food insecurity in Eastern and northern UG
@NAFORRI_UG will provide scientific support through generic verification of true-to-type Hass avocado, quality assurance and traceability to protect farmers from counterfeit seedlings.
#OneMillionAvocado #HassAvocado #ClimateAction
Yesterday @NAFORRI_UG: 11 Interns from @UnivBugema and @Makerere presented feedback from their Internship at the Institute, exchanging knowledge with our Scientists.
The session was followed by a staff meeting introducing new colleagues to the @NAFORRI_UG family.
"Are you passionate about agroecological and rural innovation? This fully funded PhD opportunity could be your next step. Stipened, flights, and field work costs covered".
Deadline: 10th July, 2026. Don't miss it!
PhD OPPORTUNITY ALERT!
@NAFORRI_UG, in partnership with @MMU_Uganda, @CIRAD, @ONG_nitidae& @EU_Commission, is offering a fully funded 3-year PhD position under the SATAF project (Strengthening Agroecology Transition & Agroforestry in Africa)
Research focus: Agricultural innovation platforms, smallholder farm innovations & agroecology transition in Uganda
You'll be registered at the University of Montpellier (GAIA Doctoral School), with time split between Uganda and Montpellier, France.
Fully funded: stipend + flights + field research costs
Requirements: MSc in Agric/Agroecology, interest in social sciences & rural innovation, R skills, fluent English (local languages a plus!)
Deadline: 10th July 2026
Check details and apply via: news.naro.go.ug/call-for-app…
#PhDOpportunity #Agroecology #Agroforestry #Uganda #SATAF #NaFORRI
Last week, @NAFORRI_UG hosted its Advisory Committee for engaging discussions with staff & top management, centered on key strategic directions including the sector's Tenfold Growth Strategy.
The Director of Research, Dr. @JohnAdriko1, emphasised the importance of welcoming external voices to assess @NAFORRI_UG's work and offer constructive feedback, a key step toward continuous improvement and impact.
1
2
71
A great privilege it was. Forestry is indeed investment!
At the #PostBudgetDialogue we showcased technologies backed by real science for real income and real opportunity.
Interested in getting started? Reach out to Us!
Forestry Research = Investment Opportunity!
@NAFORRI_UG represented us today at the #PostBudgetDialogue (Hotel Africana) and showcased technologies for the establishment and management of commercial plantation forests of tree species such as; clonal eucalyptus, melia volkensii, terminalia, the medicinal tree species-prunus africana.
Value-added bamboo products with real market value, and Hass avocado for growers eyeing the lucrative global fruit market were also exhibited, proving that trees can mean real income.
Great opportunities for nursery operators, smallholder farmers, women & community entrepreneurs, unlocking investment as envisioned in the FY2026/27 National Budget.
Today, @NAFORRI_UG and partners launched a Climate-smart project that seeks to use Black Soldier Fly Larvae as a low-cost solution for managing avocado oil waste while promoting sustainable waste management and affordable alternative poultry feed through scientific research.
Earlier today (31st March, 2026): We commemorated the #IntlForestDay under the theme: Forests and Economies.
From forest walk through the Jass Avocado mother garden to witnessing encroachment in Kifu Forest. The message was clear- Forests must be protected at all cost.
Our Director of Research, @JohnAdriko1 met with staff today to brief them on what has been happenig in the Kifu Central Forest Reserve over the past few weeks. It was a conversation which involved sharing the extent of damage in the forest nd how we should plan to move forward
1
1
115
Today @ROBUST_DeSIRA project held her 4th annual review meeting at @NAFORRI_UG. 11 Phd Students under the project presented results from their research activities which will be important in refining #Coffee #Agroforestry models for enhanced Coffee productivity in Uganda.
#EastAfrican #Sandalwood is desired especially for extraction of essential oils.
Illegal and over exploitation have let to its decline.
An awareness workshop is being held by @NAFORRI_UG in Moroto Town to train users on sustainable use and conservation of the 🌲 species.
The workshop has also shared knowledge and demonstrated the practical aspects of #Sandalwood growing including, seed selection, handling, storage, and nursery management.
All participants were each given 2 Sandalwood seedlings to go and plant at home.
1
75
Today was special!
We belatedly commemorated the Int'l Day of Forests to spotlight the linkage btn Forests and Foods in sustaining nutrition nd livelihoods.
We celebrated with forest walks, 🌲planting exercise and exhibited Technologies from our 4 research programs.
Want to make the most of your plantation forest and trees?
Join us for the remaining two days of the #harvestmoneyexpo2025 at the Mandela National Stadium, Namboole and get expert insights and guidance on the best management practices for increased productivity.
The @narouganda Directorate of Internal Audit held a two days workshop @NAFORRI_UG to review it's operational manual and charters ( Internal & Audit Risk committee charters), highlight it's achievements in the past FY 2023/24 and also discuss strategies to improve performance.
A 2 day seminar is on-going at @NAFORRI_UG with different teams of scientists at the Institute presenting ideas for potential Competitive Grant Scheme projects.
Over 20 scientists and partners will prepare at least 11 proposals by 31st January, 2025 to @narouganda #CGS office.
3
168
Earlier today we hosted delegates from the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Eritrea.
The team was at the Institute to share experience in Climate Smart Agriculture, Forestry, Organic farming, and Zero waste initiatives.
The Ag. Director of Research, Dr. Fred Kalanzi indicated that @NAFORRI_UG looks forward to long term collaborations with Ministry of Agriculture, #Eritrea.
1
4
93
Happening now: Dr. Judith Nantongo, Program Leader- Tree Improvement and Germplasm is training @KCCAUG staff on Nursery pest and disease management.
We were delighted to receive the Hon. Minister of Agric @FrankTumwebazek at our stall.
The Minister applauded @narouganda for promotng #Calliandracalothyrus #Agrosforestry shrub used as #Fodder 4 livestock, #Nitrogenfixer, #Soilimprovement, #Boundrymarker.
#WorldFoodDay2024
#WoodDay2024 celebration
@NNasarri
#ClimateChange is threatening food Security, Climate smart actn is one of the keys to securing this right. @NAFORRI_UG is reaffirming access to high qlity plantng materials for;
#Healthyanimals
#Healthysoils
#Waterquality
#Storingcarbon
Heartfelt congrats to Dr. John Adriko on his appointment as @NAFORRI_UG Director of Research effective 2nd/8/2024, succeeding the accomplished Dr. Hillary Agaba.
The family of NaFORRI welcomes you. Dr. We look forward to work with you as our lead Scientist and Administrator.
Huge congratulations to Dr. Odoi Juventine Boaz for successfully defending his PhD earlier today titled " Genomic Selection in Shea butter tree for high oil yields".
A win for @narouganda and @GovUganda!
Mr. Odoi Juventine has successfully defended his PhD thesis today in a public PhD defense @MakCAES & dully recommended for the award of a PhD in Plant Breeding & Biotechnology of @Makerere. Congz to him & his supervisors Dr. TL Odong of @MakCAES & Dr. Samson Gwali of @narouganda
