Discover Ugandan coffee, community and culture...
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Coffee growing in Uganda has a storied history that dates back to the early 1900s when large-scale Robusta cultivation was introduced, leveraging the country's favourable climate and soils to establish coffee as a key economic driver.
Since then, coffee development in Uganda has evolved significantly, with the expansion of Arabica cultivation in the mountainous regions, adoption of sustainable farming practices, and growth in the specialty coffee market enhancing both the quality and global reputation of Ugandan coffee.
Eastern Uganda
Amidst the breathtaking Sipi Falls, a story of resilience and exceptional coffee production unfolds. Steep slopes and undeveloped infrastructure present challenges, yet the farmers persevere, cultivating world-class coffee beans under ideal conditions.
Western Uganda
Nestled amidst the majestic Rwenzori Mountains, known as the "Mountains of the Moon" and home to the Mountain Gorilla, this region offers a unique setting for coffee production. The rich, organic soils and ideal altitude create the perfect conditions for cultivating specialty Arabica coffee.
Coffee production in Uganda is mostly grown by small-hold farmers on rain-fed plots, less than one acre in size, intercropped with banana and other food crops and surrounded by livestock, emphasising ecological balance. Methods like shade-growing, where coffee is planted under native trees to enhance soil health and biodiversity, create carbon capture. Ugandan emits the least amount of carbon across any major coffee producing nation.
This approach not only conserves water and reduces erosion but also minimizes the need for chemical fertilizers and pesticides, promoting a healthier environment and coffee!
Additionally, many Ugandan coffee farmers participate in fair trade practices, ensuring economic sustainability by securing better prices and improving the livelihoods of local communities, making the industry both environmentally and socially sustainable.
Explore the vibrant beauty of Uganda, known as the "Pearl of Africa", for its lush landscapes, virbrant cultural and deep traditions.
From being frustrated with his corporate job in a small flat in London, to the rolling hills and coffee gardens of Uganda. Find out how MAD! Coffee started and how our Founders journey, underpins everything that we do.
Our mission is to make Ugandan coffee the No. 1 choice of coffee in the UK, have some fun doing it... and most importantly, make a difference to our MAD! Coffee drinkers, the communities across Uganda and our Planet.
We focus on quality, sustainability, and ethical practices to offer the finest single-origin and blended coffees from Uganda. We also carefully select and bundle a range of home barista and outdoor brewing equipment.
Explore a story of sustainability and community uplift, paving the way for a better future
Explore a story of sustainability and community uplift, paving the way for a better future
Exploring the journey of giving Ugandan Coffee it's rightful place on coffee shop shelves across the UK
Exploring the journey of giving Ugandan Coffee it's rightful place on coffee shop shelves across the UK
Ugandan Coffee Unveiled: A Comprehensive Exploration of History, Terroir, Impact and Challenges.
Ugandan Coffee Unveiled: A Comprehensive Exploration of History, Terroir, Impact and Challenges.
