The Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries has signed a landmark agreement with Intracom Fertilizers Uganda -SMC Ltd, led by Adrian Ntigacika to establish a state-of-the-art organic fertilizer factory in Kampiringisa in a significant step toward transforming the agricultural sector.
The initiative, backed by a directive from President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni and aligns with the nation’s vision to enhance agricultural productivity through sustainable practices.
The signing ceremony was attended by representatives from the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF), Ministry of Finance, Planning and Economic Development (MOFPED), Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development (MEMD), and Ministry of Water and Environment (MOWE) and was witnessed by the Prime Minister Rt Hon Robinah Nabbanja and marks a pivotal milestone in Uganda’s agricultural development.
The new factory, to be constructed on 133 acres of land provided by the Ministry of Gender, Labour and Social Development (MOGLSD) in Kampiringisa, will produce organic fertilizer using cow dung and additional minerals.
With an investment of US 180 million dollars, the Intracom Fertilizer Uganda aims to complete the project within 18 months and the facility will have a production capacity of 250,000 metric tons annually, with an offtake agreement guaranteeing purchase, provided the fertilizer is manufactured in Uganda.
The Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries Permanent Secretary Maj Gen David Kasura-Kyomukama emphasized the critical needs of Uganda’s agricultural sector, including improved soil fertility, irrigation for de-risking agriculture, mechanization, appropriate genetics for seeds and livestock, and mindset shift through awareness creation.
Maj Gen Kasura-Kyomukama made it categorically clear that the establishment of this factory directly addresses the non-negotiable need for quality fertilizer inputs to boost agricultural productivity.
“The President’s directive underscored the strategic importance of the project, noting Intracom’s successful operations of similar factories in Burundi with 350,000 metric capacity) and Tanzania with 1 million metric tonne capacity,” He said.
The Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries has been tasked with preparing a cabinet paper to formalize the initiative and organizing farmers in the cattle corridor to supply cow dung, while Ministry of Energy and Mineral Development will provide necessary amenities to support the factory’s operations.
While speaking at the event, the vision bearer Mr Ntigacika expressed his gratitude and thank the Government of Uganda, particularly Rt Hon Prime Minister Nabbanja, Minister of Finance Planning and Economic Development, Hon Matia Kasaija, the Permanent Secretary Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries Maj Gen David Kasura-Kyomukama and the Ambassador of Uganda to Tanzania Rtd Col Fred Mwesigye, for their unwavering support saying that the signing ceremony is a testament to shared commitment to advancing agriculture in Uganda.
The Prime Minister, Rt Hon Robinah Nabbanja commended the President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for his visionary leadership that birthed this remarkable milestone through collaborative efforts with the Burundi Government and the government ministries and departments that have worked together and continue working together to ensure the successful roll out of the organic fertilizers
“This partnership reflects a mutual interest in fostering sustainable agricultural growth, ensuring food security, and creating economic opportunities for Ugandan farmers. The Intracom Fertilizer factory is poised to become a cornerstone of Uganda’s agricultural transformation, delivering high-quality organic fertilizer to enhance soil fertility and support farmers nationwide,” Rt Hon Nabbanja said.
ABOUT INTRACOM FERTILIZER:
Intracom Fertilizer is a leading producer of organic fertilizers, with operations in Burundi and Tanzania. Committed to sustainable agriculture, Intracom aims to empower farmers through innovative and environmentally friendly fertilizer solutions.
