Uganda Robusta Coffee Prices Today
| Grade | Screen Size | Quality Tier | Price (US c/kg) | Price (USD/kg) | Typical Buyers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Screen 18 | 7.15mm+ | Premium | 190 | $1.90 | Specialty roasters, EU premium instant, Japan |
| Screen 15 | 5.95mm+ | Standard | 185 | $1.85 | Commercial instant, espresso blends, EU, MENA |
| Screen 12 | 4.75mm+ | Economy | 182 | $1.82 | Local processors, low-cost blends, domestic market |
| BHP 1199 | Under 4.75mm | Secondary | 182 | $1.82 | Domestic roasting, soluble coffee factories |
Uganda Arabica Coffee Prices Today
| Grade | Region | Quality Tier | Price (US c/kg) | Price (USD/kg) | Typical Buyers |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bugisu AA | Mt. Elgon | Premium | 325 | $3.25 | Specialty roasters, Japan, EU, US |
| Bugisu A | Mt. Elgon | Premium | 324 | $3.24 | Specialty roasters, boutique importers |
| Bugisu B | Mt. Elgon | Standard | 322 | $3.22 | Commercial roasters, blends |
| Bugisu PB | Mt. Elgon | Premium | 324 | $3.24 | Peaberry specialists, Japan, Scandinavia |
| Wugar | West Uganda | Standard | 323 | $3.23 | Commercial roasters, instant coffee |
| Drugar | Various | Economy | 304 | $3.04 | Instant coffee, local processors |
Uganda Farmgate Coffee Prices Today
| Product | Description | Price (UGX/kg) | Price (USD/kg) | Sold By |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kiboko | Dry cherry, unshelled, as-harvested | 6,000 | $1.50 | Smallholder farmers to primary processors |
| FAQ | Fair Average Quality, clean, hulled | 12,500 | $3.23 | Processors to exporters |
| Arabica Parchment | Washed arabica in parchment, dried | 15,750 | $4.23 | Washing stations to exporters |
| Drugar Clean | Clean dry-processed arabica, hulled | 14,500 | $3.95 | Processors to exporters, local market |
Understanding Today's Uganda Coffee Prices
Today's Uganda coffee prices reflect the most recent Kampala auction results. The auction operates weekly and is the primary price discovery mechanism for all Uganda coffee exports. Robusta grades (Screen 18, 15, 12) account for approximately 80% of Uganda's coffee output and track ICE London robusta futures. Arabica grades (Bugisu AA, A, B, PB, Wugar, Drugar) account for 20% and track ICE New York arabica futures.
Farmgate prices represent what farmers and primary processors receive at the farm level. Kiboko (dry cherry) is the raw, unshelled product sold by smallholder farmers. FAQ (Fair Average Quality) is clean, hulled coffee sold by processors to exporters. The spread between farmgate and auction prices covers processing, transport, and intermediary margins.
All prices on this page are FOT (free on truck) Kampala unless stated otherwise. For FOB (free on board) export pricing including freight, insurance, and documentation, use the FOB Calculator. For historical price trends, see the UCDA Price History page.
Uganda Coffee Prices Today: Frequently Asked Questions
What are the Uganda coffee prices today?
As of 14 July 2026, Uganda coffee prices today at the Kampala auction are: Robusta Screen 18 at 191 US cents/kg ($1.90/kg), Screen 15 at 185 USc/kg, Screen 12 at 182 USc/kg. Arabica Bugisu AA at 325 USc/kg ($3.25/kg), Bugisu A at 324, Bugisu B at 322, Wugar at 323, Drugar at 304. Farmgate Kiboko at UGX 6,000/kg, FAQ at UGX 12,500/kg, Arabica Parchment at UGX 15,750/kg. Prices are updated every weekday from UCDA auction data.
Where can I find Uganda coffee prices today near Kampala?
The Kampala coffee auction in Nakawa is the primary price discovery hub for Uganda coffee. This page displays today's auction prices updated daily from UCDA reports. All prices shown are FOT (free on truck) Kampala, meaning they reflect the value at the point of sale in Kampala before freight and export costs. Buyers and sellers across Uganda use these Kampala auction prices as the benchmark for transactions. For prices at specific buying stations outside Kampala, check the Farmgate Price page which includes regional price variations.
How much is 1 kg of coffee in Uganda today?
One kilogram of Uganda coffee today costs: Robusta Screen 18 at $1.90/kg (191 US cents), Screen 15 at $1.85/kg, Screen 12 at $1.82/kg. Arabica Bugisu AA at $3.25/kg (329 US cents). Farmgate FAQ (clean robusta) at approximately $3.23/kg equivalent (UGX 12,500/kg at the prevailing exchange rate of ~3,667 UGX/USD). These are export-grade auction prices. Retail roasted coffee prices in Kampala are typically 3-5x higher due to roasting, packaging, and retail margins.
What is the price of robusta coffee per kg in Uganda today near Kampala?
Robusta coffee price per kg in Uganda today near Kampala: Screen 18 (premium, 7.15mm+) at 191 US cents/kg ($1.90/kg), Screen 15 (standard, 5.95mm+) at 186 US cents/kg ($1.85/kg), and Screen 12 (economy, 4.75mm+) at 183 US cents/kg ($1.82/kg). These are Kampala auction (FOT) prices as of 14 July 2026. The Kampala auction in Nakawa is the closest price discovery venue to Kampala. For detailed robusta grade specifications and 12-month price trends, see the Robusta Coffee Price page.
How often are Uganda coffee prices updated?
Uganda coffee prices are updated every weekday by UCDA based on the Kampala auction results. This site refreshes price data daily. The most active auction days are Tuesday and Thursday when the majority of export-grade lots are traded. Prices typically post by 10 AM East Africa Time (UTC+3). Week-to-week price movements of 1-3 US cents/kg are normal. Larger moves of 5-10 US cents/kg typically follow significant ICE futures movements or local supply shocks.
What is the difference between UCDA coffee prices and farmgate prices?
UCDA auction prices (shown in the robusta and arabica tables above) are the prices at which graded, export-ready coffee trades at the Kampala auction between licensed exporters. These are FOT Kampala values. Farmgate prices are what farmers and primary processors receive at the farm or buying station before transport, processing, and grading. The farmgate-to-auction spread covers hulling (for Kiboko to FAQ conversion, typically 2-3x price increase), grading, transport to Kampala, UCDA levies, and intermediary margins. See the Farmgate Price page for the full breakdown.