Ways we engage
Technical enquiries
Questions on soil, land and SLM practices — route to Dr. Mubiru or Dr. Semalulu, see Contact.
Information requests
Soil, land, map or spatial data not available as an open download.
Training & capacity building
Structured training for extension staff, districts or partners — the CSA Training Manual is one existing resource.
Field demonstrations
On-site technology learning for farmer groups and districts, coordinated through the relevant ZARDI.
District & local government
Collaboration on planning, mapping or priority-area work.
Research partnerships
Joint proposal development and data-sharing agreements — as with the Uganda Landcare Network and GIZ on the CSA manual.
Student research
Attachments, supervision and academic collaboration.
Development partners & NGOs
Programme alignment and co-implementation, including with organisations such as Operation Wealth Creation and the Green Charcoal Project.
Private sector
Advisory, input and restoration service collaboration.
What happens after you reach out
Send your request
Use the contact route for your enquiry type, with enough detail for the team to route it correctly.
Initial review
The responsible unit confirms scope, eligibility and any cost-recovery requirements.
Response or scheduling
You receive a direct answer, a data package, or a proposed date for training or a field visit.
Follow-up
For partnerships and research collaboration, a written agreement or terms of reference follows — as with the NARO / ULN / GIZ arrangement behind the CSA Training Manual.
Who to contact
| Enquiry type | Contact / office | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Soil science & conservation | Dr. Drake N. Mubiru | Project Coordinator, NARO |
| Soil fertility & nutrient management | Dr. Onesmus Semalulu | Principal Research Officer, NARO |
| Lake Albert Crescent zone | Mr. Richard Nyenje | SLM Specialist, Bulindi ZARDI |
| Western Uganda zone | Ms. Josephine Nakanwagi | SLM Specialist, Rwebitaba ZARDI |
| Training & demonstrations | Extension & training unit | Contact the team for current schedules |
| Research & student attachments | Research coordination | Contact the team for intake periods |
| Partnerships & district collaboration | Partnerships office | Contact the team to discuss process |