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The Animal Breeding Act, 2001 established NAGRC&DB as a statutory semi-autonomous body under @MAAIF_Uganda. Toll-Free 0800140147

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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
11 months
For all your enquiries contact @NAGRC_DB on our toll-free number 0800140147. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF @MAAIF_Uganda
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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The Saanen dairy goat breed is known for its high milk yields. It produces an average of 1.8 litres of milk daily,and weighs an average of 70kgs. This breed can accessed @NAGRC_DB stock farms of Bulago & Njeru(Eastern Uganda), Rubona (Fort portal). @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Conservation of the Mubende goat breed at Ruhengere and Sanga farms of @NAGRC_DB. It's known for its fast growth, high twinning rate & milk yield, easy kidding, good mothering abilities and resilience to harsh conditions. It's ideal for crossbreeding. #AnimalGeneticSolutions
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Ankole long-horned cattle feature prominently at the Uganda-South African Business Summit currently on-going at Gallagher Convention Center in Johannesburg. Well done @NAGRC_DB. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF @MAAIF_Uganda
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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#DidYouKnow: You can access cattle semen at @NAGRC_DB semen bank? Straws of beef, dairy and dual-purpose cattle breeds are available. Semen collected is sold at Ugx4,000 per straw while Imported semen ranges from Ugx8,000 to Ugx100,000 per straw”
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Breeding & multiplication of pure South African Boer goats @NAGRC_DB Rubona stock farm in Bunyangabu district. It's known for growing fast and having a high carcass weight & good mothering abilities; with 3 kidding every 2 yrs. #AnimalGeneticSolutions @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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#HappeningNow .Come to @NAGRC_DB Village in Jinja showcasing improved animal breeds for wealth creation tips!.#AgricShow2022. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF @MAAIF_Uganda
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Today @NAGRC_DB over 40 members of parliament-budget committee tour the agency enterprises in Entebbe; Livestock Experimental Station & the National Bullstud.@FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Today@NAGRC_DB,@FAOUganda & @BukalasaAgric held collaborative discussions on how to strengthen & improve training for veterinary paraprofessionals(VPPs) in Uganda under the project “Growing your businesses through preventive livestock health care".@FrankTumwebazek.@DrRwamiramaBK
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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The newly inaugurated @NAGRC_DB Board members continue their tour of Government ranches. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF @MAAIF_Uganda
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Ankole Cow shines at the South -African Presidential Ranch Dinner! @NAGRC_DB wowed South African Billionaires with an anthropological exposition of the ancient breed that is indigenous to ONLY Uganda. #InternationalTradeinGenetics . @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Mukono District LGov hosts Veterinary field day while @NAGRC_DB with @OWC_ug under community based breeding provide mass veterinary services; animal synchronization, hormones,artificial Insemination,diagnoses & treatment to the farmers in Nakisunga sub-county.@FrankTumwebazek
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Hon. Minister Bright Rwamirama has today addressed Artificial Insemination trainees undertaking a comprehensive training course at @NAGRC_DB Ruhengyere Ranch. Each sub-region to have sufficient skilled AI technicians to drive the livestock genetic improvement agenda.
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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#HappeningNow.In a special session,@NAGRC_DB showcases the Ankole Long Horned Cattle at the Dubai Expo 2020. @FrankTumwebazek @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF @MAAIF_Uganda @LtRwamirama
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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The @NAGRC_DB Executive Director @beinepeter highlights our mandate: breeding & multiplication of productive livestock, conserving indigenous breeds, and large-scale feed production. Spotlight: A strong partnership with @OWC_ug ! . @FrankTumwebazek.@DrRwamiramaBK.@MAAIF_Uganda
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Dr Bright Rwamirama,Hon Minister of State for Animal Industry has today passed 31 Artificial Insemination Technicians trained by @NAGRC_DB for the last 1 month. AI services at Parish level for the Parish Development Model. #NAGRC_DB for PDM!.@FrankTumwebazek.@LtRwamirama
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@NAGRC_DB
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Presidents; H.E. Rtn Gen. @KagutaMuseveni & H.E. @CyrilRamaphosa discuss Ankole Cattle Trade at the Business Summit. @NAGRC_DB led the technical discussions and bilateral agreement formulation. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF @MAAIF_Uganda
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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#AgricShow2022 . @NAGRC_DB wins!!.Under the category of Government Ministries,Departments & Agencies as best exhibitors.Chief Guest of Honour Rt. Hon. @Rukianakadama the 3rd Deputy Prime Minister, accompanied by Hon. @FredBwino . @FrankTumwebazek.@DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Are you in need of Super Napier?  Packchong variety cuttings are available @NAGRC_DB farms/ranches. Get a sack for 30,000/- Countrywide deliveries can also be arranged at a fee!.For your orders check flyer for details. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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BIG STORY: How @NAGRC_DB, Agriculture Ministry Posted Historic Livestock Growth  #AnimalGeneticSolutions . @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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The kuroiler has a faster growth rate and produces more than 150 eggs by one year of age compared to the 40-60 eggs of the indigenous Ugandan chicken? .It’s a scavenging bird with low production costs, disease tolerant and runs easily away from predators. Find them at @NAGRC_DB
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#ParishDevelopmentModel.@NAGRC_DB supports the Parish Development Model with improved animal breeds. Semen of the Ayrshire dairy cattle breed is available @NAGRC_DB breeding centres. #AnimalGeneticSolutions . @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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@NAGRC_DB wins the National Agriculture Agency Sector Award in the 2nd edition of the Annual Agriculture Awards!!. #AnimalGeneticSolutions . @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda @PS_MAAIF
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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#HappeningNow .Farmers training @NAGRC_DB in modern fish breeding & management under 'Enhancement of Nile tilapia breeding in UG through integration of modern aquaculture breeding & genetic tools project'.@FrankTumwebazek.@DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @KTN_Agrifood @EdinburghUni
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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#Agricshow2022.#NAGRCvillage. Beef and dairy cattle farming training tips ongoing at the @NAGRC_DB village. Come in big numbers!!. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF @MAAIF_Uganda
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Are you in need of genuine Kuroiler and Rainbow rooster chicks? . New stock is available @NAGRC_DB.*Day-old- chicks @ ugx 2600.*4 weeks old chicks @ ugx 7000.#NAGRCkuroiler #AnimalGeneticSolutions. @beinepeter @FrankTumwebazek @MAAIF_Uganda
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Under Presidential Anti-Tick Vaccine dev't @MakCOVAB has partnered with @Alfasanuganda & @NAGRC_DB to finalize refinement of anti-tick vaccine ahead of its commercialization. Govt Ranches under @NAGRC_DB are key validation centers of the vaccine #TheAnti-tick vaccine that works
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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#DidYouKnow you can access semen straws of the Sahiwal dual purpose cattle breed at @NAGRC_DB?.A straw is available at only ugx 8000. #Matureweight.*Bulls:500-700Kg.*Cows:340-400Kg. #Averageperformance .*Daily weight gain:300g.*Milk yield per lactation:1,574 litres .@beinepeter
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Today,@NAGRC_DB hosted a team from the European Commision for the control of Foot & Mouth Disease @Eufmd & FAO.The Centre was selected as partner in provision of the Continuing Professional Development in Uganda.@FrankTumwebazek.@DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda @PS_MAAIF
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Today @NAGRC_DB hosts a team from the @WorldBank, led by the Uganda Climate Smart Agriculture Transformation Project task team leader to discuss the steps ahead of the project implementation. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda @PS_MAAIF
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Today Veterinary paraprofessionals(VPPs) training under @NAGRC_DB & the @Eufmd collaboration undertook field visits to local small holder farmers in the Busoga Sub-region.@FrankTumwebazek.@DrRwamiramaBK @PS_MAAIF @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Comprehensive Artificial Insemination training is ongoing at @NAGRC_DB Ruhengyere Ranch. Animal genetic improvement for increased productivity through Assisted Reproductive Technology. #AnimalGeneticSolutions @PeterBeine @MAAIF_Uganda
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Are you in need of high-quality silage, hay, and compounded animal feed? @NAGRC_DB is producing quality animal feed on nine (9) government ranches and hereby invites the public to buy at subsidised prices. #AnimalGeneticSolutions .@DrRwamiramaBK .@beinepeter
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#ParishDevelopmentModel.@NAGRC_DB supports the Parish Development Model with improved animal breeds. Semen of the Guernsey dairy cattle breed is available @NAGRC_DB breeding centres. #AnimalGeneticSolutions . @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter
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@FrankTumwebazek
Frank K Tumwebaze,MP: Isaiah 41: 11
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Getting ready to serve Silage made out of Sugar Napier. This is easily done on farm if u have planted a Portion of your land with Sugar Napier and or pakchong ( hybrid Napier). Dairy farmers this silage helps to supplement your milkers during the dry weather & enable you to
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Are you in need of Super Napier?  Packchong variety cuttings are available @NAGRC_DB farms/ranches. Get a sack for 30,000/- Countrywide deliveries can also be arranged at a fee!.For your orders check flyer for details. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda
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Hon. Lt. Col @DrRwamiramaBK hands over 100 pedigree breeding bulls to farmer cooperative heads @NAGRC_DB Entebbe. Farmers are urged to access superior breeding stock at all the 15 @NAGRC_DB ranches. #AnimalGeneticSolutions . @FrankTumwebazek.@MAAIF_Uganda @PS_MAAIF @beinepeter
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Today, @NAGRC_DB participates in the 10th Annual @gayazahigh #FarmCamp. Over 600 campers have been trained in dairy cattle mgt,piggery, poultry, biogas enterprises, breeding, animal health & nutrition. The camp was opened by Brig.Gen. @GKulayigye.@FrankTumwebazek.@DrRwamiramaBK
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Day 2: the members of parliament-budget committee conclude the tour @NAGRC_DB 's Lusenke & Kasolwe stock farms in Kayunga and Kamuli district respectively. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @MAAIF_Uganda @PS_MAAIF
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Ongoing at @NAGRC_DB Aswa ranch;Infrastructure development and Multiple Ovulation & Embryo Transfer(MOET) training. #AnimalGeneticSolutions @NAGRC_DB @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda @LtRwamirama
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#HappeningNow.@NAGRC_DB,Iowa State University & URUS today conducted a joint refresher training for Artificial Insemination(AI) technicians under the theme *Emerging technologies in the delivery of AI services* .@FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda @PS_MAAIF
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Hon Minister of State for Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries @FredBwino gets inducted @NAGRC_DB and tours the Eastern Africa Regional Gene Bank. @MAAIF_Uganda @beinepeter @Charlie_Kemi
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Today @NAGRC_DB's Rubona stock farm in Bunyangabo district hosts the handover of Agro machinery to farming communities of the Rwenzori region.@FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter. @MAAIF_Uganda @HellenAdoa
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#HappeningNow.@NAGRC_DB hosts practical session of @DAISEA_AfricaBP at the Eastern Africa Regional Gene Bank in Entebbe. The workshop aims at capacity building on ethical compliance during sample acquisition for Bio banking & research. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter
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#ParishDevelopmentModel.@NAGRC_DB supports the Parish Development Model with improved animal breeds. Piglets of the Large white & Landrace pig breeds are available @NAGRC_DB breeding centres. #AnimalGeneticSolutions. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF
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@NAGRC_DB in collaboration with @Eufmd conduct a joint Continuos Professional Development course on "Growing your business through preventive livestock health care" in Kasolwe Stock farm Kamuli district. @FrankTumwebazek.@DrRwamiramaBK @PS_MAAIF @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda
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#Senegal's Agriculture Minister @Mabouba_Diagne_ , impressed by @NAGRC_DB 's intensive dairy demo unit, bull stud, and semen production system in Entebbe, vows to replicate these innovations in Senegal! 🇸🇳🤝🇺🇬 .#AnimalGeneticSolutions.@FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter
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A team from @au_ibar,Donkey Sanctuary & Brooke are in Uganda to advocate for the preservation of the Donkey.@NAGRC_DB is tasked to promote donkey multiplication on the government ranches.#AnimalGeneticSolutions . @FrankTumwebazek.@DrRwamiramaBK.@beinepeter @PS_MAAIF @MAAIF_Uganda
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Management @NAGRC_DB today hosted the Korean-Uganda Dairy Dev't Project leaders Prof Lee,Dr Suh,Ms E.Kisakye at the new NAGRC&DB Embryo Transfer Services Center.The two countries will work together to spread Embryo Transfer svcs to all regions of UG.@beinepeter @FrankTumwebazek
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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#InternationalLabourDay2024.@NAGRC_DB honours the hardwork and dedication every individual makes towards our success and achievements. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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#WorldVeterinaryDay2024.@NAGRC_DB wishes all Veterinary Doctors & Paraprofessionals a Happy World Veterinary Day!!.We appreciate you all for your dedicated service in the livestock sub-sector. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @Ugveterinarians @PS_MAAIF
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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#HappeningNow .@RebeccaKadagaUG commissions @NAGRC_DB livestock feed processing plant at Kasolwe Stock Farm in Kamuli District. Together with @FrankTumwebazek @LtRwamirama @PS_MAAIF @beinepeter @FredBwino
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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#AgricShow2022 .#NAGRCvillage . Trainings on .Assited Reproductive Technologies, Poultry,Goat,Fish & Rabbit rearing at @NAGRC_DB village are ongoing. Come in big numbers!!. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF @MAAIF_Uganda
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@NAGRC_DB graduates 24 Veterinary Para-professionals after a 6-month continuous professional development training at Kasolwe Stock Farm in Kamuli District. State Minister of Agriculture @FredBwino officiated the function. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @FAOLivestock
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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#DidYouKnow.@NAGRC_DB Semen is available for pure friesian diary breeds at ugx 4000. #Averageperformance.*Milk yield per lactation: 8000 litres.*Potential yield: 40-50 litres/day.*Butter fat: 3.5%.*Protein: 3.3%
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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#NAGRCkuroiler .Reduced price on Day Old Chicks. Contact:info@nagrc.go.ug .@NAGRC_DB.@FrankTumwebazek .@DrRwamiramaBK .@beinepeter.@PS_MAAIF .@MAAIF_Uganda
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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Today, @NAGRC_DB held a meeting with the Abim district leadership on establishment of the Poultry Development Centre on the 20 acres allocated to the agency. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter
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#ParishDevelopmentModel.@NAGRC_DB supports the Parish Development Model with improved animal breeds. Semen of the Boran & Aberdeen Angus beef cattle breeds is available @NAGRC_DB breeding centres. #AnimalGeneticSolutions . @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter.@PS_MAAIF
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
3 years
MOU entered into today between @NAGRC_DB,URUS & Iowa State University of Science & Technology for purposes of academic exchange & collaboration to promote adoption of appropriate livestock management technologies,breeds through research & outreach.@FrankTumwebazek .@DrRwamiramaBK
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
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@NAGRC_DB in partnership with @FAOLivestock conducts the 4th FAO-Veterinary Para Professionals (VPP) workshop.They're now able to guide smallholder farmers in developing plans for ensuring sustainable livestock production @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
8 months
Our National Agricultural Investment cases were presented at the #WorldFoodForum in Rome today.@NAGRC_DB leads the national animal feeds production & processing effort with an operational production acreage of 50 square miles.@FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @PS_MAAIF @beinepeter
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
3 years
@NAGRC_DB showcases #HarvestMoney2022 the embryo transfer van which facilitates use of superior female breeds as donors for embryos that are carried by the low producing animals to have a quick shift in productivity through massive breed production.@FrankTumwebazek .@beinepeter
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
3 years
@NAGRC_DB today exhibited at the PDM launch in Kibuku under the livestock subsector.Theme:Transformation from subsistence to monetary economy through increased production and productivity for improved household incomes and livelihood @KagutaMuseveni Chief Guest @FrankTumwebazek
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
1 year
#ParishDevelopmentModel.@NAGRC_DB supports the Parish Development Model with improved animal breeds. Piglets of the Duroc & Camborough pig breeds are available @NAGRC_DB breeding centres. #AnimalGeneticSolutions. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
3 years
Thank you @NAGRC_DB community breeding team; Participating in the World Veterinary Week activities-Ntungamo district selecting cows for synchronisation & Artificial Insemination. #WorldVeterinaryDay.@FrankTumwebazek @LtRwamirama @beinepeter
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@Ugveterinarians
Uganda Veterinary Association (UVA)
3 years
Our teams are ready in Ntungamo District. @NAGRC_DB team is on ground to offer community breeding services. Veterinary extension workers are prepared to carry out vaccination against FMD & rabies ahead of a week’s long celebration of #WorldVeterinaryDay .@MAAIF_Uganda @MakCOVAB
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
2 years
Today @NAGRC_DB inaugurates a new Board of Directors. Chief Guest of Honour: Hon. Lt. Col. @DrRwamiramaBK. #AnimalGeneticSolutions . @FrankTumwebazek.@PS_MAAIF.@MAAIF_Uganda.@beinepeter
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
9 months
Today, concluded the 5-day annual @gayazahigh school #FarmCamp, where @NAGRC_DB proudly showcased their assisted reproductive technologies & supportive records. The camp was officially closed by the Chief Guest of Honour, @DrRwamiramaBK. @FrankTumwebazek @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
1 year
#ParishDevelopmentModel.@NAGRC_DB supports the Parish Development Model with improved animal breeds. Book your pre-vaccinated day-old- chicks @NAGRC_DB Poultry development centre-Wakiso & Kasolwe stock farm-Kamuli.#Kuroiler. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
1 year
#ParishDevelopmentModel.@NAGRC_DB supports the Parish Development Model with improved animal breeds. Semen of the Jersey dairy cattle breed is available @NAGRC_DB breeding centres. #AnimalGeneticSolutions . @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
2 years
@NAGRC_DB hosts the East & Central African Community of Practices experts in the "East Africa Training Workshop on Reproductive & Surrogate Technologies for Biobanking & Restoration of Indigenous Chicken Genetic Resources" .@FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
3 years
In order to increase animal production & productivity, @NAGRC_DB is implementing the community based animal breeding program(CBBP) outreach in 19 sub- counties & 5 town councils of Kakumiro district. @RobinahNabbanja.@FrankTumwebazek.@DrRwamiramaBK.@beinepeter
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
2 years
Today @NAGRC_DB participates in @ASARECA Agriculture Ministerial Conference #AAMC2023 at Speke Resort Munyonyo.Theme:Building Resilient Food Systems to Feed Africa for Generations.Official Opening by Minister of State Animal industry @DrRwamiramaBK . @FrankTumwebazek @beinepeter
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
1 year
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
2 years
Lango farming entities received hundreds of oxen from @NAGRC_DB . @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF.@MAAIF_Uganda
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
4 years
#DidYouKnow you can access semen straws for the Brahman beef breed at @NAGRC_DB ? A straw is available at only ugx 4000. #Matureweight.Bulls: 720-990 Kg.Cows: 440-630 Kg.* Large hump over top of shoulder and neck .*Large pendulous ears.*Large amount of skin on dewlap.@beinepeter
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
1 year
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
1 year
#ParishDevelopmentModel.@NAGRC_DB supports the Parish Development Model with improved animal breeds.Semen of the Simmental,Brown Swiss& Sahiwal dual-purpose cattle breeds is available @NAGRC_DB breeding centres.#AnimalGeneticSolutions. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
4 years
#DidYouKnow you can access semen for the Jersey dairy breed @NAGRC_DB. Each semen straw is available at ugx 4000. #Averageperformance . *Milk yield per lactation: 4,000 Litres. *Average yield:22 Litres per day. *Butter fat: 6.0%. *Protein: 4.2%
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
1 year
#ParishDevelopmentModel.@NAGRC_DB supports the Parish Development Model with improved animal breeds. Semen of the Brahman & Romagnola & beef cattle breeds is available @NAGRC_DB breeding centres. #AnimalGeneticSolutions . @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter.@PS_MAAIF
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
3 years
Day 3 of the National Science Week. @NAGRC_DB participates in the panel discussion: Science, Technology & Innovation role in accelerating productivity .#NSW22 .#Ugandain2040 . @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @PS_MAAIF @beinepeter @STIsecretariat @MAAIF_Uganda
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
3 years
#WorldFisheriesDay2022.@NAGRC_DB participaptes in the National celebrations of the World Fisheries Day under the Theme "Promoting Fish Farming for Improved Household Incomes" held in Serere District. @FrankTumwebazek .@DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF @MAAIF_Uganda
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
7 months
Along with breeding farmer-preferred livestock,.@NAGRC_DB conserves indigenous breeds & produces quality, affordable feeds. Today, @DrRwamiramaBK commissioned heavy-duty feed production machinery to support PDM with breeding stock & feeds.@FrankTumwebazek.@beinepeter.@AnyamaBen1
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
3 years
#HappeningNow.@NAGRC_DB showcasing in the 28th National Agricultural Show; 5th-14th August 2022 in Jinja.Come & visit @NAGRC_DB Village!. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda @PS_MAAIF
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
3 years
@NAGRC_DB Chairman BOD,ED together with Hon.Ministers &MPs from Tooro Region visit Ntoroko District. Discussions:FMD control, quarantine lifting,community breeding,access to breeding stock,valley tank construction in the drought prone grazing ranges of the Tooro cattle corridor.
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
4 years
Fight against Foot & Mouth disease. Control tour in Isingiro by The Minister of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries, Hon. Frank Tumwebaze & NAGRC&DB Executive Director. Dr. Peter Beine.
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
1 year
@FrankTumwebazek
Frank K Tumwebaze,MP: Isaiah 41: 11
1 year
Brahamans & Fresian crosses are proving to be high performing milkers but also with a relatively high level of immunity . Our Agency @NAGRC_DB has some of these breeding products for the communities. Nice #Sunday !
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
4 years
#DidYouKnow The Kuroiler can survive on any available feedstuffs under scavenging conditions (maize, green vegetables, brew's waste etc) and household wastes. @NAGRC_DB
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
3 years
#HappeningNow.Workshop on the opportunity for adapting the African Dairy Genetic Gains(ADDG) program under the theme " Breeding programs to accelerate Dairy Productivity in Uganda".Stakeholders;@NAGRC_DB @DAFANUganda @ILRI . @FrankTumwebazek.@DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
3 years
Reduction in the price of day-old kuroiler chicks @NAGRC_DB. Now at Ugx 2000. #NagrcKuroiler @MAAIF_Uganda @BukenyaSuzannah @beinepeter
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
4 years
#HappeningNow . @NAGRC_DB National Bullstud, @LtRwamirama hands over Artificial Insemination(AI) Kits to the recently trained AI Technicians. #AminalGeneticSolutions.@beinepeter @PS_MAAIF @MAAIF_Uganda @FrankTumwebazek
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
3 years
Isabirye of Jet farm-Mugulusi from Kamuli district highlights the benefits of the Artificial Insemination svcs received from @NAGRC_DB's community based breeding program.@beinepeter @FrankTumwebazek @LtRwamirama @PS_MAAIF @MAAIF_Uganda @GcicAgriculture @BukenyaSuzannah @ErickG29
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
4 years
#DidYouKnow you can access semen straws for the Boran beef breed @NAGRC_DB?A straw is available at only ugx 4000. #Matureweight.Bulls:550-880Kg.Cows:400-550Kg.*Long head with broad forehead, large thoracic hump.*Heavy muscled body,well developed hind quarters,an extended dewlap
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
4 years
#GroupPhoto.@NAGRC_DB @LtRwamirama @beinepeter together with NAGRC &DB board members & the newly trained Artificial Insemination (AI) technicians. Thank you to the @Avcp1_MAAIF @ExcelHort & Livestock development forum, Africa Development Bank
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
4 years
Management @NAGRC_DB headed by board chairman and Executive Director @beinepeter attending a strategy setting retreat for the agroindustrialisation program at the national leadership institute kyankwazi. @LtRwamirama @beinepeter @PS_MAAIF @MAAIF_Uganda @1franktumwebaze
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
10 months
Today, @NAGRC_DB , together with breeders, animal scientists, Gov't officials meet to analyse the policies, legal instruments & protocols that support the establishment of National certification & quality assurance systems for superior bulls & dams in Uganda. @FrankTumwebazek
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@NAGRC_DB
NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
1 year
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
1 year
#Kuroilers .Book your pre-vaccinated day old kuroiler chicks @NAGRC_DB Livestock experimental station in Entebbe; Poultry development centre-Wakiso & Kasolwe stock farm in Kamuli district. @FrankTumwebazek @DrRwamiramaBK @beinepeter @MAAIF_Uganda @PS_MAAIF
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NATIONAL ANIMAL GENETIC RESOURCES CENTRE &DATABANK
1 year
Today @NAGRC_DB hosted a delegation from @roslininstitute to strengthen the existing partnership and identify other areas of potential collaborations. @FrankTumwebazek.@DrRwamiramaBK.@beinepeter.@PS_MAAIF.@Ctlgh_info.@AdrianMuwonge
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