Ugandan coffee strengthens economy

While countries such as Ethiopia and Kenya stand out with their coffee production in eastern Africa, the contribution of Ugandan coffee, known as "natural coffee", to the country's economy has been increasing in recent years. Since 2014, October 1st has been celebrated as World Coffee Day by the International Coffee Organization. While festivals and events are organized all over the world to promote coffee, AA correspondent talked about the main types of coffee grown in Uganda within the scope of World Coffee Day. While coffee consumption is increasing worldwide, Ugandan coffee produced in eastern Africa is also becoming known. Ugandan coffee, which is among the types of coffee preferred by those who like strong and acidic coffee, is grown in two types: "Arabica" and "Robusta". According to data from the Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA), 1.1 billion dollars of coffee was exported to the country last year. In the country where coffee exports are increasing, export figures ...