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Commercial coffee farming

We are setting up a commercial sustainable farm that will be a bench mark for good agricultural practices for coffee farming, provide employment and be a training center for ecological and circularity in farming

Agro Processing

we are maintiaing a maize milling facility in Lugo , onto which we are in preparations of adding a coffee processing faility to as well to enable our farming community access cheap processing facilities within the neighborhood.

Commercial coffee farming

Establishment of a commercial, sustainable coffee farm in Uganda, serving as a benchmark for exemplary agricultural practices

In Uganda, over 1.8 million households are engaged in coffee cultivation, contributing nearly a third of the country’s export earnings. Despite this significant contribution, more than 1,000 tons of coffee are destroyed annually due to poor quality. According to the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), this issue is largely attributed to substandard agronomical practices and improper handling methods.

This project aims to establish a commercial, sustainable farm that will serve as a benchmark for exemplary agricultural practices in coffee farming. In addition to setting a high standard, the farm will provide employment opportunities and function as a training center focused on ecological and circular farming methods.

The project’s core activity is coffee farming, supported by five subsidiary activities: macadamia cultivation, banana and bean farming, apiculture (beekeeping), and rabbit farming. These activities are expected to create over 100 permanent jobs, 2,000 temporary but recurring jobs, and numerous indirect employment opportunities for over 1,000 youth and women within the community.

The project’s setup is designed to yield both short-term and long-term returns, ensuring coverage of operational and capital costs beyond the program’s conclusion, thereby guaranteeing its sustainability. Additionally, a one-acre model farm has been developed for training local farmers. This model aims to increase household incomes and ensure a consistent supply of high-quality coffee for our processing facility.

Coffee Farm & agro tourism center

We are in the final stages of acquiring 150 acres of land in Rakai District, adjacent to Lake Kijanebalola. The project will utilize 100 acres for intercropping coffee with bananas, commercial shade trees like macadamia, and cover crops such as beans. This diversified approach ensures long-term returns from coffee and macadamia, short-term profits from banana sales, and food security for farm personnel through legumes and beans.

From an agronomic perspective, macadamia trees will provide essential shade for coffee plants, bananas will offer shade, mulch, and humus, while legumes will act as cover crops, reduce erosion, and replenish soil nitrogen. The farm will also feature a rabbitry, contributing additional income for farm workers, with rabbit urine serving as an organic pesticide and droppings as organic manure.

Additionally, the project includes apiculture to enhance crop production by boosting pollination rates for flowering plants. These integrated activities will not only generate substantial benefits for the farm and the local community through job creation but also support ecological processes and sustainability efforts, fostering environmental circularity.

Agro Processing

CG Procurement Co. Limited is poised to rejuvenate its agro-processing operations, with a strategic plan to resume the processing of maize and extend its services to coffee bean processing. This initiative begins with the revival of the existing maize mill in Lugo, a move that will breathe new life into the facility and restore its role as a vital component of the local agricultural economy.

Revival and Expansion of Processing Facilities

The company plans to maintain the historical maize mill in Lugo while also installing a new, state-of-the-art processing facility in the trading center. This dual-location strategy is designed to provide farmers within the community with convenient access to affordable processing services. By decentralizing processing capabilities, CG Procurement aims to reduce transportation costs for farmers, increase processing efficiency, and ensure that more of the agricultural value chain remains within the community.

Formation of Farmer Associations

In addition to expanding processing facilities, CG Procurement is committed to fostering collaboration among local farmers. The company plans to form associations with fellow farmers in the community, creating a united front to collectively add value to their agricultural produce. These associations will facilitate collective bargaining for better prices, improving the livelihoods of individual farmers and maximizing returns for all stakeholders involved.

Economic and Social Impact

This approach not only enhances the economic prospects of the farmers by securing higher market prices but also strengthens the community’s agricultural infrastructure. By working together, farmers can share knowledge, resources, and best practices, leading to improved productivity and sustainability. The collective bargaining power will also help in negotiating better terms with buyers and suppliers, ensuring fair compensation for the farmers’ hard work.

Maximizing Shareholder Returns

For shareholders, this strategy ensures a sustainable and profitable business model. The improved processing facilities and stronger community ties are expected to boost production volumes and product quality, driving higher sales and profitability. By investing in the community and its farmers, CG Procurement Co. Limited not only fulfills its corporate social responsibility but also creates a more stable and lucrative business environment.

In summary, CG Procurement Co. Limited’s plan to resume agro-processing and expand its facilities, coupled with the formation of farmer associations, represents a comprehensive strategy to enhance community empowerment, economic sustainability, and shareholder value. This initiative will serve as a catalyst for agricultural and economic development, significantly improving the livelihoods of farmers and contributing to the overall prosperity of the region.

NEAR FUTURE PLANS

Our future plans reflect CG Procurement Co. Limited's commitment to sustainable development, community empowerment, and expansion, ensuring long-term growth and positive impact on the regions we operate in

Agro Tourism Center

CG Procurement Co. Limited envisions the establishment of an agro tourism center that will serve as a residential training hub. This center will promote agro tourism, provide training in smart ecological agricultural practices, and function as a research center for testing concepts such as circularity. Our aim is to establish collaborations with academic institutions and other partners to create a center of excellence in agroecology, climate, and health.

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Socio-Economic Impact in the Refugee Community

Located near the Nakivale and Oruchinga refugee settlements in Uganda, CG Procurement Co. Limited is committed to providing equal opportunities for individuals in the refugee community. Our human resource policy, currently in development, will allocate specific numbers of opportunities for refugees to work with us, learn from us, or become suppliers, fostering inclusion and economic empowerment.

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One Acre Program

To share best agricultural practices, we have developed a One Acre Model that encapsulates our farm activities. This model can be easily adopted by different farmers and households within the community, optimizing land use and enhancing productivity. Additionally, we will maintain a dedicated platform on our website to share information about various economic activities suitable for different environments, assisting farmers in making informed decisions.

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Scaling and Expansion

We have identified 600 acres in Kibale where we plan to scale our current projects after successfully establishing operations in Rakai. Furthermore, we have engaged partners in Tanzania and are in discussions to establish a new arm of operations in the country, marking our first international expansion.

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Fisheries

Adjacent to Lake Kijanabarola in Rakai district, we plan to expand our ventures into fisheries. This initiative will explore the commercial compatibility of existing projects with various aquaculture-related ventures, potentially diversifying our portfolio and contributing to local economic growth.

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