Fresh Perspectives Issue 4. Impact of EurepGAP on small-scale vegetable growers in Uganda
Abstract
Uganda continues to benefit from export of niche products through wholesale channels to the EU, but there is concern that these are on the decline. The introduction of EurepGAP certification could enable access to these lucrative markets, but there are no guarantees of success. Uganda appears to be facing a difficult decision over the direction of investment in its export horticulture industry. On one hand, it could follow the high-cost route of EurepGAP compliance to gain access to lucrative markets. On the other hand, it could continue the non-EurepGAP route for the non-supermarket supply chains. Both choices offer risks and benefits, yet without concerted effort from the national-level industry, and complementary demand from EU trading partners, no change is likely. This publication was based on Fresh Insights No. 10. Impact of EurepGAP on smallscale vegetable growers in Uganda.
Citation
International Institute for Environment and Development/ Natural Resources Institute, London, UK, 2 pp.
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