MuZARDI
Who We Are
ZARDIs were established under the 2005 National Agricultural Research System Act of 2005 and are all semi-autonomous. Over the years, the institute has transitioned from a District Farm Institute (DFI) to an Agricultural Research and Development Centre (ARDC) and finally to its current state.
Mukono ZARDI is one of the nine Zonal Agricultural Research Institutes (ZARDIs) under the National Agricultural Research Organisation (NARO).
Our Mission
Our Vision
Our Mandate
MuZARDI News
MUZARDI hosts PARI Director’s Forum (PDM)
NARO-Uganda and University of Burundi Collaboration
Greening the poultry value chain in Uganda and Burundi
NARO’s contributions towards development and uptake of Nutrient rich foods in Uganda
To ensure that agricultural technologies developed by NARO reach and benefit communities within the Lake Victoria Agro-ecological Zone (LVAEZ).
Mukono ZARDI has transitioned over the years from a District Farm Institute (DFI) to an Agricultural Research & Development Centre (ARDC) to a Zonal Agricultural Research Institute.
Governance
Mukono ZARDI is led by a Director of Research who is overseen by the Advisory Committee that comprises five members selected from both the public and government sector.
The workforce is categorized under three programmes; Crop and Natural Resources, Technology Promotion and Outreach and Livestock Research programmes. These are headed by programme heads.
Director of Research, MUZARDI
Program Leaders and Research Scientists
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Dr. Godfrey Sseruwu.
–Centre Manager, Kamemyamigo–
Research expertise:
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Dr. Babirye Damalie Magala.
–Technology and outreach promotion–
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Mrs Nakkazi Christine Mukasa
–Animal Resources Research–
Research expertise:
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Mr. Kituuka George
–Senior Research Technician–
Research expertise:
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Ms. Robinah Naggayi
–Senior Research Technician–
Research Interests:
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Mr. Arinaitwe Andrew
–Aquaculture Scientist-
Expertise:
ORCID:
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Dr. Godfrey Sseruwu
Mrs. Nakkazi Christine Mukasa
Kituuka George
Arinaitwe Andrew Victor Izaara
Dr. Babirye Damalie Magala
Operational Area
Community Engagements & Outreach
Mukono ZARDI serves 22 Districts of Central Uganda which include; Mubende, Mityana, Luwero, Kyankwanzi, Mukono, Kayunga, Nakasongola, Nakaseke, Masaka, Kalangala, Buikwe, Kalungu, Lwengo, Mpigi, Kampala, Bukomansimbi, Gomba, Butambala, Buvuma, Wakiso, Kiboga and Kasanda. It is the most populous region with about 10 million people.
MuZARDI works with Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries-MAAIF, National Agricultural Advisory Services (NAADS), Operation Wealth Creation (OWC), district local Governments in the LVCAZ, Community based organizations and NGOs; farmer, youth and women groups; schools and universities like Kyambogo University, Uganda Christian University, Makerere University, Victoria University, Bukalasa Agricultural College, Busitema University among others.
Programs/Activities
Community Engagements & Outreach
For the institute to create a lasting impact in the Lake Victoria Crescent Zone, it carries out several outreach activities that enhance technology transfer among clients. These are through exhibitions, agricultural shows organized within and beyond the Zone, farmer exchange visits, farmer and school competitions, open days and field visits. These are carried out in partnership with farmers, district extension staff, Non-Governmental Organizations and local governments in the 22 districts of the Zone.
Products & Services
Understand technology and information needs in the diverse farming systems of the Lake Victoria Crescent Agro-ecological Zone.
Use participatory methods to prioritize needs, and disseminate appropriate technologies, along the value chain i.e. from production to marketing.
Strengthen linkages between research, extension services and end-users including farmers and industry.
Strategic/Thematic Areas
Research Focus
Crop and Natural Resources Research Programme
Livestock Research Programme
Technology Promotion and Outreach Programmes
Other Services
Achievements & Milestones
Partnerships & Collaborations
District local governments in the LVCAZ;
Community based organizations and NGOs;
Farmers, youth and women groups;
Schools and universities like Kyambogo and Makerere Universities;
Other NARO institutes;
Integrated Seed Sector Development (ISSD),
International universities.
Volunteer & Internships
Application Procedure for Volunteers and Internships
Volunteers: Interested persons are advised to write and deliver applications to MuZARDI on weekdays.
Internships: MuZARDI runs one internship program annually. Students are advised to deliver applications and university recommendations to the Institute on weekdays.
Contacts
Contact Information
- Mukono Zonal Agricultural Research and Development Institute - MuZARDI
- +256 414290232 +256 414290235
- info@muzardi.go.ug
- NTAWO Road, Mukono
- P.O.BOX 164