Original Articles
Published 2023-09-14
Keywords
- Commercial flower growing,
- Uganda,
- Environmental impact,
- Water contamination,
- Sustainable agriculture
How to Cite
Wei, Z. (2023). ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT OF COMMERCIAL FLOWER FARMING IN UGANDA . Top Academic Journal of Environmental and Agricultural Sciences , 7(6), 1–25. Retrieved from https://topjournals.org/index.php/TAJEAS/article/view/423
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Abstract
Commercial flower growing in Uganda has made significant economic contributions, but it has also raised environmental concerns, particularly water contamination. This paper reviews the history of commercial flower growing in Uganda, the environmental impacts of this industry, and the challenges and opportunities for sustainable flower farming in the country.
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