The National Agricultural Advisory Services (NAADS) is a government initiative under Uganda’s Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry, and Fisheries, established with the mission to enhance agricultural productivity and market access through the provision of timely, demand-driven, and farmer-centered advisory and support services. Since its inception in 2001, NAADS has grown into a pivotal institution in Uganda’s agricultural transformation, earning recognition for empowering millions of smallholder farmers and promoting sustainable livelihoods across the country.

The organization operates with a professional and collaborative work culture that values integrity, innovation, and service, offering rewarding career opportunities and supportive work arrangements that encourage skills development and community engagement. NAADS employs a decentralized and participatory model, leveraging partnerships with local governments, private sector actors, and farmer institutions to deliver tailored agricultural inputs, training, and extension services. With operations spanning all regions of Uganda, NAADS maintains a strong presence in rural communities, reflecting its commitment to inclusivity, accountability, and impact-driven service delivery.

Core values such as transparency, equity, efficiency, and responsiveness guide its work, while its CSR efforts focus on youth empowerment, environmental sustainability, and improving household incomes through agribusiness. As a cornerstone of Uganda’s agricultural policy, NAADS continues to drive innovation and rural development nationwide. For more information, visit www.naads.or.ug.