Uganda’s Vanilla Sector In Crisis As Farmers Struggle With Fluctuating Prices”

Posted by: lukwago J in Uganda news July 12, 2023

Vanilla farmers in Uganda are calling on the government to take action to stabilize vanilla prices. The farmers are facing a crisis as the prices of vanilla have been fluctuating, making it difficult for them to plan and invest in their farms.

However the farmers through there association are urging the government to intervene by setting a minimum price for vanilla, which would provide them with some stability and predictability.

They argue that this would prevent middlemen from exploiting them by buying their cash crop at very low prices.

According to the farmers, the current situation is unsustainable, as the high costs of production are not being met by the low prices they are receiving for their vanilla. Many farmers are struggling to make ends meet and are being forced to abandon their farms.

The government has been urged to work with the farmers to find a solution to the problem. This could involve providing support in the form of training, access to finance, and infrastructure development, as well as working with buyers to ensure that fair prices are paid for vanilla.

Vanilla is an important cash crop for many farmers in Uganda, and the current situation is having a significant impact on their livelihoods.

It is hoped that the government will take action soon to address the issue and provide much-needed relief to the farmers.

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