Wholesale Ugandan Green Coffee: Specialty Arabica & Fine Robusta
From the High Altitudes of Mt. Elgon to the Birthplace of Robusta. We supply traceable, high-scoring green coffee beans (SCAA 80+) to specialty roasters and industrial importers worldwide.
Uganda: The Dual-Origin Powerhouse of African Coffee
Uganda is uniquely positioned as the only country in the world capable of producing both high-altitude Specialty Arabica and world-class Fine Robusta in massive commercial volumes. At Trade Africa Direct, we leverage this geographic diversity to offer a complete coffee sourcing solution.
Our Mt. Elgon Arabica is grown on the slopes of an extinct volcano, benefiting from nutrient-dense soil that produces complex acidity and stone-fruit notes. Simultaneously, we are at the forefront of the "Robusta Renaissance," exporting Screen 18 Fine Robusta that offers a clean, neutral cup with a heavy body and chocolatey finish—ideal for premium espresso blends. Every bag we export is a testament to Uganda's status as Africa's largest coffee exporter, backed by strict quality control and direct-trade transparency.
Physical & Sensory Quality Standards
Pre-shipment samples and full cupping reports from certified Q-Graders available.
| Attribute | Specialty Arabica (Mt. Elgon) | Fine Robusta (Central/Western) |
|---|---|---|
| Varieties | SL14, SL28, Nyasaland | Indigenous Robusta (Wild/Clonal) |
| Altitude | 1,600m – 2,200m ASL | 1,200m – 1,500m ASL |
| SCAA Cupping Score | 82 – 86+ Points | Clean Cup / Specialty Grade |
| Screen Size | Screen 15, 16, 17, 18 | Screen 18 (Large Bean) / Screen 15 |
| Moisture Content | 10.5% – 12.0% | 11.0% – 12.5% |
| Defects | Grade 1 (Specialty) | Zero Primary Defects |
| Processing Method | Fully Washed / Natural | Natural / Sun-Dried |
Sourcing by Terroir
We allow buyers to select beans based on the specific flavor profiles of Uganda's diverse growing regions.
Mt. Elgon
Bright citrus acidity, notes of honey, stone fruit, and a clean floral finish.
Rwenzori Mountains
The "Mountains of the Moon" produce beans with deep berry notes, heavy body, and winey acidity.
Central & Lake Victoria Basin
High-density beans with notes of toasted nuts, dark chocolate, and a thick crema-producing oil content.
Estate & Cooperative Lots
Request traceable micro-lots for specialty roasters who need a unique, single-origin story for their customers.
Preserving Cup Quality in Transit
Green coffee is highly sensitive to moisture and odors. Our packaging protocols exceed standard export requirements.
Request a Pre-Shipment Sample (PSS)
We provide current harvest crop samples and full cupping reports from certified Q-Graders.
Every shipment includes the export document trinity: Phytosanitary Certificate · EUR.1 Movement Certificate (duty-free EU entry) · Certificate of Origin (URSB)