ABSTRACT
In Uganda, the low pig population is attributed to costly feeds, poor breeds, foul smell and lack of reliable markets for pig products. A Community Action Research Project (CARP) was established to promote production technologies and marketing among smallholder pig farmers in northern Uganda. A multi-stakeholder platform consisting of students, farmers, private sector and Community Based Organizations was used to stimulate innovations, research, sharing experiences and learning. The CARP led to the adoption of innovations such as artificial insemination using a locally developed coconut water extender and indigenous micro-organisms. It improved feed formulae, pig rearing, marketing, and processing. This resulted in making pig production more profitable and enhancing farmer livelihoods and food security. It has also strengthened the role of the university nationally and locally and raised the visibility of the researchers and students.
