Industrial hemp
Research into industrial hemp for textiles, building materials and food, and into the licences Uganda requires.
Being studied before any decision.
Artist's impressionIndustrial hemp is used for textiles, building materials, food and energy, and it is one of the fastest growing crops in the world.
The Foundation is researching hemp before making any decision, including the licences that Uganda's law requires before anything is planted.
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Artist's impressionKikwite dairy farm and agri-tourism
OperatingThe working dairy farm on the land today, growing into a model farm that teaches and welcomes visitors.
Artist's impressionAgro-industrial park
PlannedFood processing, packaging and storage, with a Centre for Agricultural Excellence, so farmers around Hoima can sell more than raw produce.
Artist's impressionBamboo
ResearchTen acres of bamboo, plus planting across the site, to supply building material, furniture and fodder.