KAMPALA, Uganda — Yara East Africa conducted a training session Thursday for Ugandan government fertilizer inspectors, aiming to enhance their expertise in identifying and combating counterfeit fertilizers.
The initiative is part of Yara’s efforts to support Uganda’s Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF) in ensuring the quality of agricultural inputs.
“Counterfeit fertilizers pose a significant threat to Uganda’s agricultural sector,” said William Ng’eno, Country Manager for Yara East Africa. “Today’s training equips inspectors with the knowledge to safeguard farmers and protect the integrity of our brand.”
The training focused on best practices for inspecting and verifying fertilizer authenticity, regulatory requirements, and sustainable agricultural practices.
According to Alex Otut, Senior Agriculture Inspector for Fertilizer Testing at MAAIF, “Building local competitiveness requires skilled workers. This partnership with Yara enhances our capacity to regulate fertilizer quality.”
Uganda’s agricultural sector faces significant challenges from counterfeit fertilizers, which can reduce crop yields and harm farmers’ livelihoods.
Yara Uganda supplies approximately 30,000 metric tons of fertilizers annually and works with 65 national distributors and 650 stockists to ensure high-quality products reach farmers.
“This collaboration strengthens our commitment to safe, reliable, and sustainable fertilizer solutions,” Ng’eno added.
The training aligns with Yara’s vision for a climate-neutral, regenerative, and prosperous food system.
