Uganda's agricultural policy aims to transform the sector from subsistence to commercial, market-oriented farming. Key documents and programmes guide public investment and set priorities for the coming years.
Strategic priorities
Priorities typically include increasing productivity through improved inputs and extension, promoting value addition and agro-processing, strengthening market access and trade, and building resilience to climate change. Youth and women are often emphasised as key beneficiaries.
Implementation
Policy is implemented through ministries, local government, and partnerships with NGOs and the private sector. Input subsidies, extension, irrigation schemes, and market infrastructure are among the instruments used.
Implications for farmers and agribusiness
A clear policy direction supports investment and partnerships. Agribusinesses that align with national priorities—such as input supply, irrigation, and off-taking for smallholders—can contribute to and benefit from the sector's transformation.