Uganda coffee farmers face lower prices as global markets shift. Agriculture Minister Frank Tumwebaze says the price drop stems from international forces beyond government control. Coffee trades on world exchanges where outside factors determine costs. Farm gate prices have fallen across all major coffee varieties. Robusta sells for 5,000 to 11,000 shillings per kilogram depending on quality.
Several worldwide developments drive the price decline. Brazil expects better harvests after improved weather conditions boost production forecasts. Vietnam plans to increase robusta exports from 29 million to 31 million bags. Global coffee production may reach 178.7 million bags next year compared to 169.4 million bags of expected consumption. Currency changes also affect export earnings and reduce international market values.
Uganda still achieved record export numbers despite falling prices. The country shipped 7.43 million bags worth 2.09 billion dollars between June 2024 and May 2025. This represents a 22 percent volume increase and 93.6 percent value jump from the previous year. Export performance remained strong even as farmers earned less money. The industry continues moving forward according to government officials.
Tumwebaze asks farmers to avoid panic and maintain production quality. He believes current market conditions will change over time. The minister encourages continued planting and value addition to compete with major producers. Coffee prices follow cycles affected by weather, shipping problems and political tensions around the world. Government transparency aims to address growing farmer concerns about reduced profits.
Several worldwide developments drive the price decline. Brazil expects better harvests after improved weather conditions boost production forecasts. Vietnam plans to increase robusta exports from 29 million to 31 million bags. Global coffee production may reach 178.7 million bags next year compared to 169.4 million bags of expected consumption. Currency changes also affect export earnings and reduce international market values.
Uganda still achieved record export numbers despite falling prices. The country shipped 7.43 million bags worth 2.09 billion dollars between June 2024 and May 2025. This represents a 22 percent volume increase and 93.6 percent value jump from the previous year. Export performance remained strong even as farmers earned less money. The industry continues moving forward according to government officials.
Tumwebaze asks farmers to avoid panic and maintain production quality. He believes current market conditions will change over time. The minister encourages continued planting and value addition to compete with major producers. Coffee prices follow cycles affected by weather, shipping problems and political tensions around the world. Government transparency aims to address growing farmer concerns about reduced profits.
