Kampala – Yara East Africa has teamed up with Uganda’s Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) to strengthen agricultural standards and promote sustainable farming practices.
In a pivotal training session held at Eureka Hotel, Kampala, Yara equipped government fertilizer inspectors with in-depth knowledge of its regenerative agriculture solutions, empowering them to oversee quality standards within Uganda’s agricultural inputs market.
This initiative is part of Yara’s ambitious commitment to lead a transformation toward a climate-neutral, regenerative, and prosperous food system.
“We’re committed to ensuring fertilizers reaching Ugandan farmers are safe, reliable, and of high quality,” said William Ng’eno, Yara East Africa’s Country Manager. “Our collaboration with the government will help maximize agricultural yields and tackle counterfeit products, which jeopardize both our brand’s integrity and the livelihood of farmers.”
MAAIF officials praised the partnership, citing its significance in building competitiveness and skilled workers. “Building competitiveness locally is now our focus, and developing skilled, competent workers is a key part of this effort—today’s engagement with Yara has been instrumental in this regard,” said Alex Otut, Senior Agriculture Inspector for Fertilizer Testing.
John Mwanja, Assistant Commissioner for Agrochemicals, Crop Inspection, and Certification, echoed this sentiment. “At MAAIF, we regulate the quality of agricultural inputs, including fertilizers, ensuring Ugandan farmers have access to high-standard products. Our laboratory testing capabilities enable us to monitor and verify market standards, and we commend Yara for consistently meeting these high benchmarks.”
Yara Uganda works closely with farmers, distributors, and stockists to address knowledge gaps and promote best practices. To bridge this gap, Yara has deployed dedicated teams and established around 100 demonstration farms across the country.
“These sites allow farmers to see our products in action, experiencing the impact of new techniques and innovations firsthand,” explained John Rotich, Commercial Manager of Yara Uganda.
Yara remains a critical player in Uganda’s agricultural landscape, supplying around 30,000 metric tons of fertilizers annually, primarily for crops like maize, coffee, horticulture, and sugarcane. Through a robust network of 65 national distributors and 650 stockists, Yara ensures high-quality fertilizers are available to farmers, even in remote areas.
As Yara strengthens its collaborations, it continues to prioritize safe and reliable fertilizer solutions, bolstering Uganda’s agricultural sector through capacity building, quality control, and support for sustainable, climate-friendly farming practices.