How It All Began

In May 2022, a chance meeting brought together two individuals with a shared passion for agriculture and a common family background. Ainembabazi Vicky and Jesca Nayebare discovered there mutual interest in livestock farming and the challenges faced by farmers in this sector. This connection sparked the beginning of an exciting journey towards making a difference in the lives of livestock farmers. Hence Founding Farm Plus Agrovets Uganda

Identifying the problem

Through extensive research and interactions with farmers, we identified a critical issue affecting livestock farming: the expensive and inconsistent supply of protein feed supplements. Traditional protein sources like soybean and fish meal are not only seasonal but also consumed by people, leading to scarcity and price hikes. This leaves farmers with unaffordable or nutritionally inadequate feed options, resulting in low growth rates and reduced productivity.

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Our Innovative Solution

Determined to find a solution, we embarked on a journey of ideation and product development. Our innovative approach led us to the black soldier fly. We discovered that the maggot stage of this insect is a rich source of protein—over 60%—and can be produced at 30% lower cost compared to existing alternatives
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Training and Development

Our commitment to creating a viable solution took us to Kabanyoro Agricultural Research Institute under Makerere University, where we received product development training. This equipped us with the knowledge and skills to prototype and test our product with our first customers.
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From Prototyping to Production

After rigorous testing and confirming the functionality of our protein feed supplements, we launched our product commercially in September 2022. The positive feedback from our initial customers validated our efforts and motivated us to scale up our production.

Farmplus Agrovets Uganda Ltd Today

Today, Farmplus is dedicated to providing livestock farmers with a reliable and cost-effective source of protein feed supplements. Our product, derived from the maggot stage of the black soldier fly, offers a consistent supply of high-quality protein, helping farmers improve the growth rates and productivity of their livestock.

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