The short-rains season (March-May) gives Central and Eastern Uganda farmers a narrow window for fast-cycle crops. Beans tick every box: nitrogen-fixing, short cycle, consistent demand.
Recommended varieties
- NABE-15 — 65-70 day maturity, tolerates short dry spells, market favourite.
- K131 — 70-80 days, drought-tolerant, good for Karamoja and northern regions.
- NABE-19 — climbing variety, higher yield where stakes are available.
Planting tips
Plant 30cm apart in rows, 10cm within rows. Avoid waterlogged plots. Inoculate seed with rhizobia for stronger nitrogen fixation.
Market window
Beans typically peak in price 8-10 weeks after planting. Hold 30-40% if storage is dry to ride the price wave.