Government Launches Kilimohai Blue Mark to Open New Markets for Organic Farmers

What the report says

Uganda has introduced a new agroecology verification system, the Kilimohai Agroecology Blue Mark, in a move the government says is meant to boost confidence in sustainably produced food and open wider markets for organic farmers. According to Nile Post, the system was unveiled at the Organic & National Expo Africa 2026 at Hotel Africana in Kampala by Senior Presidential Advisor Odrek Rwabwogo and Agriculture Minister Frank Tumwebaze.

The publisher reported that the blue mark is intended to go beyond a standard organic label by verifying a broader set of sustainable farming practices. Officials said this could help smallholder farmers and agribusinesses stand out in a competitive market, improve access to premium domestic and export buyers, and support Uganda’s position in higher-value food markets. The launch was framed as part of a wider push to strengthen the country’s organic agriculture sector.

Rwabwogo said consumer demand for healthy food and greater market value could create economic opportunities for Uganda, but he stressed that farmers must first identify buyers and understand demand before producing at scale. He also pointed to the importance of documentation, traceability and compliance with international standards for export access.

The article further noted that weak transport, storage and financing remain major barriers for producers. Rwabwogo proposed stronger food safety coordination and better infrastructure, including cold storage and training hubs, to reduce losses and help farmers meet larger orders.