Growth, in spite of Disease

2010-03-25

In a visit yesterday to Wankonge village, Abraham and Bobby witnessed a new infection on the young mvule trees. Previous treatment programs have remained ineffective, so samples were cut from the trees and brought to Jinja's office of the National Forestry Authority. Results should be back early next week. Despite the infection, the trees have continued with steady growth. The majority of the trees have reached heights of 6-8 feet and are now beyond the reach of goats and cattle. The Wankonge community is now focused on beginning their goat project.