Finger millet farming changing lives in Busia

Finger millet farmers in Busia county display their mature crops.

Linet Akamuran, a young farmer from Okemer in Teso South, Busia County, cultivates eight acres of finger millet annually, yielding 70 bags. She utilises the produce for both consumption and commercial purposes. Similarly, Everlyne Ouma, a dedicated finger millet farmer since 1998, has used her harvests to educate her children and ensure a constant supply of staple food.