There are few experts in farming in Uganda although Uganda is largely an agriculture based country. We came across a company called Agro Consultants Uganda which has built a name for professional commercial farming. In this interview, we talk to Abdu Karim Mucunguzi, the Chief Executive Officer, who shared a lot about their work at Agro Consultants Uganda.
Monday Times: What do you exactly do?
Abdu Karim Mucunguzi: I am a farmer. I do trainings for people who would like to start farming on a large scale. I do Kitchen gardening for healthy families.I also do farm management whereby I can start and manage a farm for someone.I also sell fruits and seedlings.
Monday Times: How different are you from others who may be doing this kind of work?
Abdu Karim Mucunguzi: I have a passion for farming and I do a lot of research about farming. So I am widely knowledgeable.
Monday Times: What are some of the crops that you grow?
Abdu Karim Mucunguzi: I grow Passion Fruits, Tomatoes, Water Melon and many more
Monday Times: Do you do mobile services?
Abdu Karim Mucunguzi: Yes I do mobile services.I can go to where people are. For those who would like to learn I can come to their gardens.
Monday Times: How are your prices like for training?
Abdu Karim Mucunguzi: It depends on the number of people but it is very affordable.
Monday Times: What should someone know before coming for your services?
Abdu Karim Mucunguzi: They should know have a passion for farming. They should also have necessary gear such as gumboots and caps.
Monday Times: How can someone interested in your service get to you?
Abdu Karim Mucunguzi: They can come to my farm in Zirobwe Wakatayi in Luweero District or reach me on 0703133214
Monday Times: Are you on Facebook?
Abdu Karim Mucunguzi: Yes we are on Facebook at Agro Consultants Uganda.
Monday Times: What is your email address?
Abdu Karim Mucunguzi:My Email is karimmuhangi@gmail.com
Monday Times: Any last words for your clients and potential clients?
Abdu Karim Mucunguzi: Farming is good, the market is available because we eat everyday. Enkumbi telimba
