In 2005 and 2006, plant health clinics were established in Mukono, Iganga and Soroti districts as a new way to provide plant health advice to farmers in Uganda. Early results showed that the plant clinics have the potential to enhance the outreach of agricultural extension, capture wider farmer demand and improve disease vigilance. Recognising this potential, the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fishery (MAAIF) included plant clinics in the 5-year Development Strategy and Investment Plan (DSIP) as part of the Pest and Disease Control sub-programme.