Commercialising chilli production in Lira, Uganda

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Uganda

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Boost productivity

Increase incomes

Huge market demand for African bird’s eye (ABE) chillies represents an incredible opportunity for small-scale chilli farmers. In partnership with the North East Chilli Producers Association (NECPA), Farm Africa enabled small-scale chilli farmers to capitalise on unmet demand for the hot commodity.

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