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was maize yield, which increased by 47.9% (Variety H624). Lessons Learned
There was also a 25% increase in weight of the seed/ grain
compared to a control where no fertilizer was applied (in • Demonstration plots set up with soil-testing
Mukono, central Uganda). equipment provide a complete set of information and
also give answers as to why gaps in yield and quality of
Training of farmers on appropriate types and quantities of fruits exist.
fertilizers to use, guarantees the safety of the environment
and improved crop productivity and consequently • Proper fertilizer use does not only increase productivity
increases demand and sales for fertilizers. of crops but also improves various quality aspects of
produce. Farmers need to see this for themselves in
order to appreciate the effects of fertilizer use.
• Fertilizer demand can easily be driven by soil-testing
services.
One of the training days by Mefai on appropriate fertilizer use in Kabembe village, Mukono district.
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