Uganda

Uganda’s diverse agro-ecological zones enable both small-scale and commercial hot pepper production, with year-round harvests possible due to favorable temperatures and rainfall. Ugandan growers produce a wide array of chili types, including Scotch Bonnet, Bird’s Eye, cayenne, and Piri Piri, for both local use and export.

Exports target markets in Europe and Asia, with hot pepper powder and fresh produce in global demand. Uganda’s chili sector supports farm income, women’s economic participation, and rural resilience, with continuous investments in seed quality and soil health ensuring production adaptability and profitability.