A Consortium for Sustainable Food Systems in Uganda

How can food security be strengthened and sustainable agriculture promoted? In Uganda’s Kigezi region, Biovision and a consortium of local partner organizations are building a resilient food system – from production to consumption.

Context: Closing Gaps in the Food System

In Uganda, many people have limited access to healthy, locally produced food. Additionally, there are infrastructural weaknesses in the value chain and a lack of knowledge about agroecological farming practices. These gaps endanger food security and make communities vulnerable to climate change impacts.

The Kabale Municipality Development Foundation (KMDF) has made significant progress with its food systems approach. However, an evaluation in 2022 revealed the need for additional measures. To address these challenges, Biovision partnered with KMDF, Slow Food Uganda, and the Rubanda District Small Holder Farmer Groups. Together, the consortium combines expertise in consumer education, sustainable production, and the development of effective value chains to create a sustainable food system in the Kigezi region.

Goals: Promoting Resilience and Sustainability

The consortium pursues four main goals:

Build a sustainable food system based on agroecological principles.
Improve access to healthy and diverse foods.
Raise awareness of balanced diets and sustainable agriculture among consumers.
Strengthen community resilience to climate-related and economic risks.

The long-term goal is to create a robust system that provides both ecological and economic benefits.

At a glance

Project name:

Rubanda Food Consortium

Beneficiaries:
Uganda

Participants:
Consumers
Konsument:innen
Producers
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Project Officer:

Jamal Mahmoud

Project phase:
2024-2026

Partner organizations:

Kabale Municipality Development Foundation (KMDF), Slow Food Uganda, Consortium of Rubanda District Small Holder Farmer Groups

The project addresses the following SDGs from UN Agenda 2030:

Region

Subsahara-Afrika

Impact: Progress Through Governance and Collaboration

The partner organizations of the consortium have achieved significant progress through close collaboration. A transparent governance structure was established, facilitating knowledge exchange and coordination between the organizations. Slow Food Uganda successfully launched campaigns to raise consumer awareness about healthy and sustainably produced food.

At the same time, the Rubanda District Small Holder Farmer Groups have reintroduced indigenous crops and increased field diversity. KMDF has strengthened connections between local producers and markets, building trust in value chains.

These measures have not only improved food security but also laid the foundation for long-term resilience in the Kigezi region.

Next Steps: A Model for Uganda and Beyond

The consortium plans to expand its achievements and apply its methods to other regions in Uganda. Future priorities include:

Promoting the cultivation of indigenous plant species and agroecological practices.

Expanding networks between producers, markets, and consumers.

Running awareness campaigns to promote sustainable and balanced diets.

The collaboration between local stakeholders and policymakers will also be intensified to ensure the long-term integration of findings. The goal is to create a model that can be adapted in other regions as well

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