Building resilience: A new era for community seed banks in western Uganda

In western Uganda, community seed banks are key for maintaining agricultural diversity and climate resilience. A new training initiative is now empowering these farmers with the production and business skills to transform their seed banks into sustainable and income-generating enterprises.

For years, the number of community seed banks has proliferated in Uganda, maintaining collections of indigenous crops that are well adapted to the local environments. This strategic conservation is important for enhancing climate resilience, protecting cultural heritage, and building a foundation for enduring community self-reliance.