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Production of organic coffee is increasing, with production of 3.2 million bags expected in 2011, while cocoa is regarded as a high-value, environmentally friendly export crop

The 2011 National Forest Plan (NFP) emphasizes sustainable development through the preservation of natural resources such as forests and wetlands

In order to deter illegal fishing and trade in immature fish, in 2010 Uganda supplemented the Fish Act (1951) with the Fish Rules contain provisions on prohibited nets and fishing methods, the landing and disposal of fish, and licences, permits, and fees

The Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD) is mandated to establish, promote the development, strategically manage and safeguard the rational and sustainable exploitation and utilization of energy, including renewable energy, and mineral resources for social and economic development, while the legal and regulatory framework governing petroleum exploration and production includes the Petroleum (Exploration and Production) Act, Chapter 150 of the Laws of Uganda 2000; the Petroleum (Exploration and Production) (Conduct of Exploration Operations) Regulations, 1993; production sharing agreements (PSAs); and various environment, wildlife, water statutes and guidelines

The responsibilities of Multi-Sectoral Transport Regulatory Authority (MTRA) will include, inter alia, improving safety, and protecting the environment

The Tourism Act (2008) brings together the hotels laws, the tourists' agents licensing law, and the Uganda Tourism Board (UTB) in a major reform aimed at boosting and developing the tourism industry, including Lake Victoria, Murchison Falls, and the Mountains of the Moon, along with a number of national parks and wildlife reserves, hosting half of the world's mountain gorilla population