KAMPALA, Uganda (UG Standard) — Amony Terance, a dedicated agriculture lecturer at the National Instructors College Abilonino, has spent over two decades shaping minds and transforming agricultural education in Uganda.
Terance’s passion for education has not only inspired his own children to pursue technical education but has also left an indelible mark on countless students. His innovative teaching methods, focusing on problem-solving and collaborative learning, have significantly changed students’ perception of agriculture.
“Agriculture emerged as the top-performing subject, with nine first-class diplomas awarded out of sixteen in 2023,” Terance proudly noted.
One notable success story is Juspa Amuku, a former student who switched from animal production to crop production after witnessing the success of his peers. Amuku now runs his own agroprocessing enterprise, applying the knowledge gained under Terance’s guidance.
“Juspa’s achievements have motivated other students to pursue agricultural ventures,” Terance said. “They arrive at the farm as early as 6:30 am to maximize their hands-on experience.”
The BEAR II project, which Terance is part of, has enhanced food processing and value addition capabilities, including the acquisition of a maize mill. This provides students with invaluable hands-on experience and better prepares them for agricultural careers.
Terance cited a hands-on workshop on sustainable agriculture practices as a moment of immense pride. “Watching students apply their knowledge to reduce post-harvest losses and enhance agricultural products validated the project’s methodologies.”
Terance hopes to pursue a master’s degree to deepen his expertise and become a senior lecturer. “I want to further improve my ability to train students and stay current with educational advancements, specifically related to digital learning.”
Through educators like Terance, Uganda’s agricultural sector may see a brighter future.
