KaZARDI
Who We Are
KaZARDI is located in Rubanda District in South Western Uganda. The institute is composed of three stations, Kachwekano (which is an administrative seat), Kalengyere and Bugongi (which are field stations).
Kachwekano ZARDI spearheads agricultural research and development work in Uganda’s south western highlands agro-ecological zone (SWHAEZ) that administratively comprises Kabale, Kisoro, Kanungu, Rukungiri, Rubanda and Rukiga districts.
Kachwekano was established by the British in 1937 for experimentation and demonstration of crops, pastures and livestock of temperate origin.
Our Vision
Improved livelihoods of the farming communities in SWHAEZ.
Our Mission
To improve farming systems and livelihoods in the SWHAEZ through conducting strategic, applied and adaptive research on priority commodities.
Our Mandate
Integrity, Transparency, Teamwork, Adherence to work plan, Security and Political will.
Objectives
Objectives
KaZARDI News
Director of Defense Public Information at Nabuin ZARDI Nabilatuk
Nabuin ZARDI distributed over two tons of quality seed to farmers. The seed of green gram, sorghum and maize were distributed to farmers
Greening the poultry value chain in Uganda and Burundi
Effective Use of Climate Resilient Innovations to Address Challenges Affecting Agribusinesses in the Chicken Value Chain in Uganda and Burundi
NARO-NaCRRI Preaches value addition in the 3rd Eastern Agricultural Show
The 3rd Eastern Agricultural Show, inaugurated by the Director-General of National Agricultural Research Organizations (NARO)
Ugandan Innovation Shines on Times Square in New York
Uganda proudly makes a mark on the global stage showcasing a groundbreaking innovation by our scientist
Rice stakeholders engage in discussions to spur Rice Production
Seed quality deficiencies, agricultural inefficiencies, and market access limitations are hindering our rice sector
Bio Fortified Bean Project
The new bean seed varieties were introduced to farmers to boost production
Orange-fleshed sweet potatoes improve the lives of Karamoja mothers
The orange-fleshed sweet potato (OFSP) is a game changer when it comes to nutrition
NaCRRI Preaches Value Addition
NaCRRI takes center stage with their exhibitors, presenting newly developed crop varieties and value addition products
NaCRRI staff trained on the integration of gender into agricultural research
We must recognize and appreciate the relevance of gender in Agricultural Research
Tooro Kingdom, NARO partner to fight food insecurity
The partnership, built on NARO’s 30 years of agricultural research, will bring advanced technologies and tailored solutions closer to the people of Tooro
Dr Stanley Nkalubo takes over leadership of Rwebitaba ZARDI
Rwebitaba hosts over 70 school heads of Rwenzori region in a Field Day
NaCORI hailed as Coffee, Cocoa Research Hub
NaCORI has proven itself to be a beacon of research excellence and a catalyst for the growth and development of our coffee and cocoa industries
NaCORRI at 10 years
The VegeSeed project aims to lay the foundation for mid-to-long-term development of new vegetable varieties in Uganda
NaCORRI Research Journey: A tale of Twists and Turns
The VegeSeed project aims to lay the foundation for mid-to-long-term development of new vegetable varieties in Uganda
Banana Products Survey
One of them is the green resistant starch used as a health supplement for noncommunicable diseases to improve gut health.
NARO Moves to Start Vegetable Seeds Production
The VegeSeed project aims to lay the foundation for mid-to-long-term development of new vegetable varieties in Uganda
Rwebitaba hosts over 70 school heads of Rwenzori region in a Field Day
Rwebitaba hosts over 70 school heads of Rwenzori region in a Field Day
Diversification is the hope for Uganda’s tea sector
Diversification is the hope for Uganda’s tea sector
Agricultural Research as a Trigger for Economic Transformation
The Agricultural Sector continues to be the mainstay of Uganda’s economic growth
NaCORI to unveil Cyclists, Athlete energy booster products
Unlike inorganic fertilizers, organic fertilizers remain in the soil for more than a single season
Organic Bio fertilizer for Climate Smart Agriculture
Unlike inorganic fertilizers, organic fertilizers remain in the soil for more than a single season
President Museveni Optimistic of Egypt-NARO Partnership on FMD Vaccine Production
The Government will support NARO to build a vaccine factory in Uganda while bringing in technology from Egypt
NARO’s contributions towards development and uptake of Nutrient rich foods in Uganda
NARO showcases contributions to development and uptake of nutrient rich foods in the region
3m FMD Vaccine Doses Arrive in Uganda
His Excellency President el-Sisi ordered a quick supply of 6 million doses of FMD vaccine from Egypt's strategic reserves
Breaking barriers in local poultry Vaccine Research
Breaking barriers in local poultry vaccine research as scientists identify a new approach for segregating vaccine strains
Infectious Animal diseases Laboratory Accreditation – ISO 17025
Infectious Animal diseases Laboratory Accreditation - ISO 17025
Developing a dual vaccine for Lumpy Skin Disease and Foot-and-Mouth Disease
Developing a dual vaccine for Lumpy Skin Disease and Foot-and-Mouth Disease
NaLIRRI develops traps for Honey Bee Pests
Unveiling the genetic potential of Lablab: A gateway to enhanced livestock nutrition
Unveiling the genetic potential of Lablab
Unveiling the genetic potential of Lablab: A gateway to enhanced livestock nutrition
Hundreds trained on best practices and commercialization of indigenous poultry
Hundreds trained on best practices and commercialization of indigenous poultry
Buganda Premier impressed by NaLIRRI research and technologies
Buganda Premier impressed by NaLIRRI Research and Technologies
NaLIRRI constructs a modern heifer barn for improved welfare of On-Station Herd
NaLIRRI constructs a modern heifer barn for improved welfare of on-station herd
Prof. Majalija Samuel’s vision for NaLIRRI
A Journey to excellence: Prof. Majalija Samuel's vision for NaLIRRI
Parliamentarians commend NARO’s Strides in Livestock Research
Parliamentarians commend NARO’s Strides in Livestock Research
NARO-RWENZURURU Kingdom Partnership
NARO partners with Rwenzururu kingdom to promote transformational Agriculture in Rwenzori region
Labour Day Celebrations
NARO’s deliberate intention is to generate technologies that can be expanded into full industrial products for job creation
NARO-KOPIA 15th Anniversary – Seoul, South Korea
The Director General invites suitably qualified Ugandans to apply for positions at NARO Secretariat & respective PARIs.
NARO Job Opportunities Director of Research
The Director General invites suitably qualified Ugandans to apply for positions at NARO Secretariat & respective PARIs.
Anti-tick Vaccine Breakthrough
NARO Makes Breakthrough in the Development of an Anti-tick Vaccine
NARO Fisheries Institute Recognized as an African Centre of Excellence
NARO’s Fisheries Institute Recognized as an African Centre of Excellence
NaFORRI Regional Research Collaborations
NaFORRI-KEFRI MoU to promote research and management of forestry
NaFORRI, Gatsby Africa collaboration
NaFORRI in collaboration with Gatsby Africa develop Site Species Matching Tool (SSMT)
Nature-based Tea production solutions
NARO, Makerere university launch project on Nature-based Tea production solutions
The Golden Bean Newsletter
A number of coffee farmers are still growing the old clones of coffee
Katikkiro Enthralled at NARO results
If we aim for socio-economic transformation, we must concentrate on our country's comparative advantage
Pearl Millet-ultimate solution to the threatened population
Pearl Millet is regarded as the sixth most important cereal crop in the World
End importation of hybrid sunflower seeds from Europe and South America
NaSARRI research hybrid and open-pollinated varieties (OPV) has yielded better results
Rural Women in Agro-prenuership
NaSARRI enabling woman to start smallholder ventures and sustain them for household incomes
Cotton, the third forex exchange earner for Uganda
NaSARRI sensitizes farmers on cash crop intercropping to repel cotton pests.
Support to the hard-to-reach island farmers of Ssesse
A number of coffee farmers are still growing the old clones of coffee
NaCORI hosts World Food Day 2023
This year’s celebration saw the launch of six crop varieties newly released by the national variety release committee
South Sudan-NARO learning visit
NARO has built the capacity of scientists in the region and supported refugees from South Sudan
NARO launches refugee project in Kyaka II settlement
Building on the successes realized in Rwamwanja Refugee Settlement in Kamwenge, the National Agricultural Research Organization’s refugee project
“NARO understood and quickly responded to refugees’ needs” Rwamwanja RWC
NARO delivered its first consignment of cassava and potato seed for refugees in Rwamwanja and farmers in its host community in late April this year.
NaCRRI scientists blazing the trail in innovating eco-friendly plastic bags
“Focusing on nursery bed operators is a good market entry point because the aim of the innovation is to help solve the challenge of soil…
NaCRRI scientists reap big on Intellectual Property from commercialization of crop varieties
For the first time since the beginning of agricultural research and innovation in Uganda, NARO breeders were this April rewarded for their outstanding innovation and…
NARO Refugee project
NARO entry will quickly deal with food shortages and create food security in the settlement
Deputy Speaker’s visit to NARO
"I have not seen any agency that is as organized and welcoming as NARO, Deputy Speaker of Parliament."
ZUKUKA-KISOBOKA campaign drive
Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja is involved in ZUKUKA drive, focusing on agro-ecological zones
General Functions
Governance
We conduct agricultural research of strategic importance for knowledge generation and development. Establishment and management of human, physical and financial resources of the institute. Provision of technical back-stoppinng and capacity buuilding to Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries, the ZARDIs, and other agencies dealing in agricultural research.
Programs/Activities
Crops and Natural Resources Research and Development Programme
Under this programme, work is being done on the following commodities; potatoes, temperate fruits, sorghum, rice and beans.
Animal Resources Research and Development Programme
Under this programme, work is being done on goat breeding, cattle and aquaculture.
Technology Promotion and Outreach Programme
Research Focus
The institute operates under three programme. Crop and Natural Resources Research programme, Animal Resources Research Programme and Technology Promotion and Outreach Programme.
Transgenic potatoes with late blight resistance
Enhancing farmer capacity to generate clean seed
Apple production technologies
Commercial Potato Varieties
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Volunteer & Internships
Application Procedure for Volunteers and Internships
Volunteers: Interested persons are advised to write and deliver applications to KaZARDI on weekdays.
Internships: KaZARDI runs one internship program annually. Students are advised to deliver applications and university recommendations to the Institute on weekdays.
Contacts
Contact Information
- Kachwekano Zonal Agricultural Research and Development Institute -KaZARDI
- +256 454 660693
- naronabuinzardi@yahoo.com
- Lorengedwat Sub county, Nabilatuk district, Karamoja sub region
- P.O. Box 132, Moroto