Kampala, Central Region, Uganda
I am a final-year Agribusiness Management student at Kabale University, Faculty of Agriculture and Environmental Sciences, currently completing my last semester. my studies have built strong skills in agribusiness project planning, financial management, agricultural law, entrepreneurship, and supply chain management. Beyond academics, I co-founded Afrivino Wine a fruit wine production business in Kabale, Uganda gaining hands-on experience in wine production, SME development, branding, and business compliance. I have also conducted field research using SPSS statistical analysis to compare fertilizer treatments on crop productivity, and I bring additional experience in events decoration and creative business planning. I am passionate about using business to transform agriculture in Uganda. I am actively seeking internships and entry-level opportunities in Agribusiness Management, Agricultural Consulting, Food & Beverage, or Development Organizations.
• Co-founded an early-stage fruit wine production business addressing post-harvest losses by converting surplus pineapples and beetroot into wine, reducing fresh produce wastage in Kabale District • Completed official business registration with the Uganda Registration Services Bureau (URSB) • Manages online sales and customer engagement, building a growing digital market presence • Oversees small-scale production operations including sourcing, processing, and product quality control • Developing branding and packaging strategy to strengthen market positioning as the business scales
As an Agribusiness Intern at Kachwekano NARO Station and the Forestry Branch, I gained hands-on experience across a diverse range of agricultural practices. My responsibilities included: Orchard Management: Actively involved in the setup and ongoing management of orchards, contributing to cultivation, pest control, and yield optimization. Livestock Management: Supported daily operations in livestock care, monitoring health, and ensuring optimal living conditions for various animal breeds. Data Collection & Analysis: Meticulously collected and recorded critical data across research projects, ensuring accuracy for subsequent analysis and reporting. Crop Science: Participated in potato seed multiplication initiatives and contributed to Sorghum research trials, focusing on improving crop yields and resilience. Soil Health: Executed soil sterilization techniques to prepare land for optimal planting and research purposes. Aquaculture & Animal Husbandry: Gained practical skills in fish farming techniques and goat rearing, encompassing feeding, health monitoring, and general care.
My involvement in agricultural extension encompassed a wide array of activities aimed at supporting and developing farming communities. This included facilitating knowledge exchange through organized meetings, ensuring smooth logistical processes like attendance tracking, and providing crucial administrative support for projects focused on climate-smart agriculture and resource distribution. I actively engaged with various stakeholders, from individual beekeepers to groups of coffee and banana farmers, offering guidance and practical assistance. A significant part of my role involved enhancing farmers' financial literacy and planning capabilities, particularly concerning government-supported agricultural programs, thereby fostering a more business-oriented approach to farming. Furthermore, I participated in extensive training sessions that covered diverse agricultural sectors and emphasized the integration of environmentally sustainable practices into farming operations.