Green Coffee from Uganda
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Green Coffee Exporters in Uganda

Uganda is Africa's largest Robusta exporter, with Arabica from Mt. Elgon and the Rwenzori mountains shipped via Mombasa.

Main types

Robusta, Arabica

Typical order

1 × 20ft (≈19 t)

Export port

Mombasa (via rail/road)

Typical supplier profiles

Examples of the kinds of companies in this market — not specific listed companies. Search live to discover active suppliers.

Kampala, Uganda

Robusta export house

Products: Screen 18/15 Robusta

Typical certifications: UCDA licence, 4C

Mt. Elgon, Uganda

Arabica washing station

Products: Bugisu AA, washed Arabica

Typical certifications: Rainforest Alliance, Organic

Rwenzori, Uganda

Specialty micro-lot supplier

Products: Natural & honey Arabica

Typical certifications: Organic, Fairtrade

Why source from Uganda?

  • ✓Africa's top Robusta producer
  • ✓Two harvests a year in many regions
  • ✓Growing specialty Arabica scene

Trade access

EACCOMESAEU EBA (duty-free)AGOA (USA)AfCFTA

Sourcing FAQ

What grades does Uganda export?

Robusta is graded by screen size (e.g. Screen 18, 15); Arabica includes Bugisu AA, A and washed or natural lots.

Who regulates coffee exports?

The Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA) licenses exporters and issues quality certificates.

How is green coffee shipped?

Usually in 60 kg jute bags or GrainPro liners, by container through Mombasa.

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