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Soil testing
Check pH and key nutrients, then get help understanding what the results mean for your crops.
Explore kits & service →Your farm. Your future. Our support.
Empowering you, protecting your future.
Member-first financial and agricultural support for coffee-growing communities. Build a resilient farm with practical services, trusted guidance, and protection for what matters.
● Friendly, local support for every stage of your farming journey.
✓ Farmer-first advice
✓ Options for different farm sizes
✓ Transparent indicative ranges
✓ Local follow-up support
Member & farm services
Support for your money, your farm, and your future.
Explore practical services designed to help members strengthen their livelihoods and manage farm risks.
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Solar irrigation
Compare pump options for your water source, farm size, and irrigation plan.
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Agricultural insurance
Explore crop and farm protection options, understand what is covered, and get guidance before choosing a policy.
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Farmer support & extension
Get practical guidance on crop care, soil health, pest management, and farm planning.
Meet your farm support →Member access, wherever you are
Simple SACCO services, even without internet.
USSD can help members reach selected services from a basic mobile phone. The example menu shows how SACCO Shield access could work once a shortcode and telecom connection are in place.
Works on feature phonesNo mobile data neededPrivate member access
USSD access is planned. Short code, availability, and supported services will be announced after setup. This prototype is not connected to a live USSD service.
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1 Savings summary
2 Loan status
3 Farmer support
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Know your soil
Give your next crop a better start.
Choose a quick field kit for routine checks or ask about a guided soil test. The right option depends on how much detail you need and the crop you plan to grow.
- Test soil pH and, with selected kits, nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium
- Useful for coffee, vegetables, nurseries, and mixed farms
- Get help reading results before choosing soil amendments
Digital soil meter
Quick pH and soil condition checks for routine use
About UGX 50,000indicative listing
Qualitative field test
Basic on-farm check, priced per sample
About UGX 20,000per sample · indicative
Laboratory soil test
Sample testing with an expert to help interpret results
UGX 35,000–50,000per sample · indicative
Indicative Uganda prices from published listings and service estimates. Confirm availability and test scope. Kit readings are a guide; lab analysis can provide more detailed recommendations.
Sun-powered water for your farm
Water when crops need it
Solar irrigation, sized around your farm.
Explore a pump and panel system that suits your water source. We can help you think through lift, daily water needs, and irrigation method before requesting a quote.
Starter farm systemUGX 2.5m–5mSmall farm · indicative
Mid-size systemUGX 5m–10mMatched to water needs
Larger installationUGX 10m–18mHigher capacity · indicative
Planning ranges for Uganda; complete system cost varies with pump type, borehole depth, water demand, panels, piping, and installation. A site assessment is needed for an accurate quote.
Protect what you grow
A little more peace of mind for your farm.
Agricultural insurance may help protect a farm against selected risks. Our team can help you understand available options and connect you with the right provider.
- Ask about crop and livestock cover options available to members
- Review eligibility, exclusions, premium, and claims steps before enrolling
- Choose cover based on your crop, location, and policy terms
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Understand your cover before you choose
Insurance products, availability, benefits, and premiums depend on the insurer and policy. SACCO Shield can help you ask the right questions; cover is subject to the provider’s terms.
This prototype does not offer or bind insurance cover.
Farmer support & extension services
Practical advice, close to your farm.
Get support to turn information into farm actions, with guidance that starts from your crops, soil, and season.
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Farm visits & crop advice
Talk with an extension advisor about crop health, planting plans, and farm challenges.
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Soil & nutrition guidance
Learn how to collect samples and understand soil test results before planning amendments.
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Water-smart farming
Explore irrigation choices, water planning, and seasonal practices for your farm.
A simple start
Good member support starts with listening.
Tell us what you want to grow, protect, or solve. We’ll help you work out which service makes sense for your household and farm.
01 / TELL US
Share your goal
Let us know what matters most to you and your farm.
02 / EXPLORE
Compare options
Review practical services and indicative costs together.
03 / PLAN
Get a next step
Ask questions about service details and cover terms.
04 / GROW
Move at your pace
Choose what fits your priorities and budget.
Not sure where to begin?
Tell us what your farm needs and we’ll help you find a sensible first step.