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Bukoola Chemical Industries Ltd, Anti-Counterfeit Network in fight against fake agro-chemicals

NELSON MANDELA | PML Daily ReporterbyNELSON MANDELA | PML Daily Reporter
April 23, 2021
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(L-R): Dr. Peter Kyabaggu, Director Bukoola Chemical Industries Ltd show how fake agro-chemical products can be differentiated from genuine products as Dr. Paul Mawanda Kyabaggu, Managing Director Bukoola Chemical Industries looks on at the launch of the company’s awareness campaign dubbed “Protect Life… Twefeeko” aimed at fighting fake agro-chemical products in partnership with Anti-Counterfeit Network Africa (PHOTO/Courtesy).

KAMPALA – Bukoola Chemical Industries Ltd, the largest agro-chemical distributing companies in Uganda in partnership with the Anti-Counterfeit Network has today unveiled a campaign dubbed “Protect life…Twefeeko” aimed at creating awareness about fake agro-chemical inputs on the market to manage and guarantee quality of stock, food security and health of the people of Uganda.

The Pesticide world market is worth approximately $45 billion compared to the African market that is reported to range between $1.5 to 2 billion, largely affecting farmers, exporters and the general public’s health.

Speaking at the launch of the campaign at MKS plaza, Dr. Peter Kyabaggu, Director Bukoola Chemical Industries said, “Most national associations in Africa report about 15 -20 % of their markets as being affected by illegal pesticides on the market while others suggest 40 – 80%. Egypt, West Africa, Uganda, Tanzania have been reported to be the hot spots for a thriving illegal pesticide market. This affects Farmers as it leads to loss and damage of crops making poor farmers poorer, high toxicity levels in the foods grown and Environmental issues. It is therefore vital that we tackle this issue head on to save our livelihoods and lives.”

Dr. Kyabaggu urged industry stakeholders to become more vigilant in purchasing, inspection and litigation of criminals attached to counterfeit pesticides.

“As farmers, there is need for more vigilance when purchasing the pesticides. Pay close attention to the quality markers and make sure you buy from trusted suppliers and report criminals to the authorities as soon as possible. Dealers also need to desist from the vice, ensure to source from official distributors, report criminals as well and check all received consignment for tamper proof. Government also needs to strengthen its surveillance, inspection and enforcement of the law against these criminals to fight the vice,” he said.

Bukoola Chemical Industries will be working in close partnership with the Anti-Counterfeit Network (CAN) to create awareness about illegal vs genuine pesticides across the country through various communication efforts.

Speaking at the same event, the ACN Director legal- Fred Muwema called upon players in the public and private sector to support the fight against counterfeits.

“No one can survive without eating food. By this I don’t mean any food. It is very important that we have safe food on the market. Unfortunately, counterfeit agro-inputs like herbicides and pesticides are poisoning our food and making it unsafe. It is the duty of every consumer to join this fight to ensure our collective health and survival.” Muwema noted.

Dr. Paul Mawanda Kyabaggu, Managing Director Bukoola Chemical Industries Ltd together with Fred Muwema, Director Legal at Anti Counterfeit Network officially launch the “Protect Life…Twefeeko” campaign against agro-chemical counterfeit products on the market (PHOTO/Courtesy).

Muwema further said that ACN shall commence legal enforcement measures to prosecute culprits who shall be found to engage in counterfeiting of Bukoola products after expiry of 90 days grace period which begins today.

The main sources of counterfeit agro-chemicals is noted to be small scale backyard preparation and re-filling of fake products and “leakage” of packaging materials (bottle & labels) from
authorized local formulators and re-packers / distributors.

The event was attended by farmers, dealers and partners in the agribusiness.

About Bukoola Chemical Industries Limited

Bukoola Chemical Industries Limited is one of the oldest and largest agro-chemical distributing companies in Uganda. Since 1973, Bukoola Chemical Industries Limited has remained committed to consistently importing, repackaging and distributing agro-chemicals in Uganda. The company started as a general merchandise family business in 1973, which later evolved into an agrochemical business trading as the Associated Chemical Industries Limited (ACIL) in 1980. In 1996, Bukoola Chemical Industries Limited was born with a vision of being the leading importer and distributor of quality and affordable crop protection products in Uganda. The company is known for top quality products and customer based services in the range of exceptional insecticides, fungicides, bactericides, immune boosters, fertilizers, anti-stress chemicals and a number of selective and non-selective herbicides.

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