Harvest Calendar

2026 Uganda Agricultural Harvest Calendar: Optimal Sourcing Windows

For global procurement managers, timing is the difference between a high-margin season and a supply chain crisis. Because Uganda is situated on the Equator, it benefits from two distinct rainy seasons, allowing for a unique dual-harvest cycle that often fills the supply gaps left by other global origins.

2026 Sourcing Windows Peak / Lean / Off-Season Air & Sea Freight Deadlines
Ugandan agricultural fields representing 2026 harvest sourcing windows.
Hass avocados representing Uganda fresh produce harvest windows.
Specialty green coffee beans representing Uganda coffee harvest seasons.
Dual-Harvest Cycle Uganda benefits from two rainy seasons and unique sourcing windows.
Peak Volume Timing Identify when sizing, quality, and FOB pricing are strongest.
Contract Deadlines Plan 14, 45, or 60 days ahead depending on route and packaging.
2026 Data Report Harvest timing, price trends, yields, moisture, and brix expectations.

This calendar provides the definitive 2026 timeline for Uganda’s primary export commodities, helping you plan your contracts, logistics, and inventory arrivals with precision.

1The Master Sourcing Grid

Use the table below to identify when our products reach peak volume and optimal export quality.

Product JAN FEB MAR APR MAY JUN JUL AUG SEP OCT NOV DEC
Hass Avocados ● ○ - - ● ● ● ○ - - ● ●
Dried Mango ● ● ○ - - ● ● ○ - - ○ ●
Specialty Coffee ● ● ○ - - ○ ○ - - ● ● ●
Cocoa Beans ○ ○ - - - ● ● ● ○ - ● ●
Shea Butter - ○ ● ● ● ● ○ - - - - -
Macadamia ○ ● ● ● ● ● ○ - - - ○ ○
  • ●Peak Season: Highest volume, optimal sizing, best FOB pricing.
  • ○Lean Season: Available volume but higher competition for stock.
  • -Off-Season: Limited availability; pre-booked contracts only.

2Regional Harvest Deep-Dive

The Central & Western "Fruit Loop" (Avocado, Mango, Pineapple)

The harvest in Nakaseke and Luwero is driven by the "Long Rains" (March–May) and "Short Rains" (September–November).

Strategic Advantage: Our secondary avocado peak in November–January arrives exactly as the Peruvian and Mexican seasons wind down, offering a high-demand window for EU and Middle Eastern retailers.

The Northern Nilotica Belt (Shea Butter)

The Vitellaria nilotica trees flower between December and February.

Strategic Advantage: The fresh nut collection begins in March. By sourcing in April and May, you secure the "First Press" oil, which has the lowest peroxide values and highest bioactive potency for cosmetic formulations.

The Highland Coffee Regions (Mt. Elgon & Rwenzori)

Coffee in Uganda follows a "Fly Crop" and "Main Crop" cycle.

Strategic Advantage: Due to the different altitudes, Uganda can provide fresh-crop green coffee almost 10 months out of the year.

3Critical Sourcing Deadlines for 2026

To ensure guaranteed space and price stability, we recommend the following lead times:

For Sea Freight (Mombasa)

Finalize contracts 45 days before the Peak Season begins to allow for road transit and port clearance.

For Air Freight (Entebbe)

Finalize volume requirements 14 days in advance to secure cold-room space and pallet positions on cargo flights.

For Private Label / Custom Packaging

Contracts must be signed 60 days prior to harvest to allow for packaging material procurement and branding.

4Download the Full 2026 Data Report

Our digital PDF guide includes more than just dates. It contains:

Inside the 2026 Harvest Calendar & Price Forecast

  • Historical price fluctuation charts (2023–2025).
  • Estimated yield forecasts for the 2026 season.
  • Detailed moisture and brix expectations per harvest month.
Download the 2026 Harvest Calendar & Price Forecast (PDF)