With no options due to lack of agricultural extension workers and entomologists to offer advice to the farmers over the worms in their areas, farmers in their wisdom have locally started using ash with intentions to prevent the damage of the worms on the crops as well as contain further attacks.
Sanctioned by the Water and Environment Ministry, the operation was led by
Xavier Sekanabo from the environmental police and NFA Range Manager for Aswa Jimmy Ouna.
Francis Oryem, another farmer, who lost two cows, says that he is saddened by the loss of his cattle that were his only source of wealth. The matter has been reported at Awach Central Police Station for investigations.
Richard Watmon, the Paibona Sub County LC III Chairperson told URN on Sunday that they are yet to document the destruction caused by the hailstorm. Last month, heavy rains also destroyed several acres of crops in Palaro and Pabbo Sub Counties in Gulu and Amuru districts respectively.
According to Omona, one of the residents he identifies as Isaac Odongtoo threatened to kill him on April 28th if he continues disturbing their peace with his coronavirus business.
Patrick Kolong, the Committee Vice Chairperson, says Otono Bridge, which connects Aleda to Akor via Lagot Lili to Pot Ogali in Palaro Sub County has also been washed away, which has crippled transport.
Patrick Kinyera, the Gulu district secretary for works and technical services confirmed that they are aware of the problem but the district require up to 250 million shillings for its repair.
