About Us – Rubanga Cooperative Society Limited

Rubanga Cooperative Society Ltd

Who we are

Rubanga Cooperative Society Ltd is owned and managed by farmers and currently has 20,578 members organized into 421 farmer groups. Its headquarters are located in Mitooma District. The cooperative collaborates with 13 affiliated cooperatives in western Uganda. Among its members, 48% are female, 52% are male, and 32% are youth.

Founded in 1986 by visionary leaders dedicated to community transformation and improving livelihoods, Rubanga is triple-certified with Fairtrade, Rainforest, and Organic certifications. These certifications enable members to receive premiums and better market prices beyond the prevailing market rates.

Historically, the cooperative focused on local trading until 2021 when it acquired an export license. This shift allowed them to transition from local sales to international trade, effectively overcoming production barriers within the community.

Our Vision Economically transformed small holder farmers.
Our Mission To promote bulk production and efficient marketing of quality produce amongst small holder farmers.
Traceability and compliance Our database offers complete traceability with geo-locations integrated at every stage of the supply chain. This innovative approach enhances our commitment to sustainability and fosters greater transparency in our operations.

Core Values

Unity: We stand together in our pursuit in prosperity for all members
Integrity: We operate with transparency, honesty and ethics in all our dealings.
Quality: We strive in coffee production, and excellence is in all our processes.
Empowerment: We empower our members through training, resources and market access.
Sustainability: We promote environmentally friendly and responsible practices.
Cooperation: We believe in the power of collective action and mutual support.