Center for Ecosystems Research & Development
CERD-UG is a Non Profit Organization which aims to promote an ecosystems and systems thinking approach in research, education and community engagement.
Building a Sustainable Agro-Ecosystem
The mission of CERD-UG is to provide all stakeholders with comprehensive and relevant knowledge and skills that contribute to the sustainability of the ecosystem, health, prosperity, food and nutritional security.
Our goal Our goal is to share our extensive experience in working with the agro-ecosystem to bring about development policy change, improve people's livelihoods, and contribute to achieving food and nutrition security, hence transforming the food system.
We provide agriculture services and support Organic Agriculture
We support small scale farmers to transition to Agroecology and transform the current food system
Changing lives together through sustainable farming
We believe that we can change more lives together by promoting sustainable agricultural practices, engaging with local communities, and supporting local economies. We strive to create a better future for everyone.
About CERD-UGWhat We Stand For
Ecological Balance
Animal Welfare
Sustainability
Our Approach
Research & Assessment
We assess local ecosystems, community needs, and farming practices to build an evidence base for action.
Capacity Building
We equip farmers and stakeholders with skills in agroecology, organic farming, and sustainable land management.
Market Linkages
We connect smallholder farmers to local markets and value chains, improving income and food security.
Policy Advocacy
We influence development policy change to create enabling environments for sustainable agro-ecosystems.
Our Recent Works
The current major development initiative is the Organic Products Market at Abaita Ababiri and Kitooro Municipality — providing physical space for organic farmers to sell their produce and promoting small holder farming for sustainable development and environmental conservation.
