Before joining the AMUKA initiative, Namuluuta Jalia was a smallholder farmer in Kigulu Village, Nawaningi. She relied on recycled seed, planted without proper spacing and had limited knowledge of improved agronomic practices. As a result, her harvests were low and the income she earned was largely enough only to meet basic household needs.
In 2025, Jalia joined the AMUKA group and received training in improved groundnut production. The training covered quality seed selection, land preparation, timely planting, recommended spacing, regular weeding, integrated pest management, harvesting, drying and proper storage. She also gained access to improved groundnut seed.
Jalia put the new knowledge into practice and expanded her groundnut production from a small portion of land to one acre. During her first season after adopting the improved practices, she harvested eight bags of groundnuts.
The increased income from groundnut sales made a significant difference to her household. She was able to pay school fees for her son without delay, purchase a goat and invest in adding value to her groundnuts, which she now sells through her shop.
She also invested part of her earnings in hiring additional land for production. Importantly, she retained some seed from her harvest, reducing her need to purchase seed for the next season.
Jalia has also become a source of knowledge for other farmers. She shares practical lessons on improved groundnut production, post-harvest handling and collective marketing with members of her community.
Her experience illustrates how access to improved seed, practical training and better farming practices can help a smallholder farmer increase production while creating opportunities for household investment and enterprise development.
Jalia's next ambition is to acquire land and eventually construct rental properties.
Results at a Glance
Measurable outcomes reported from this beneficiary's experience
