Uganda Flower Exporters Association (UFEA) was established in 1995 and has evolved into a strong Association consisting of 20 flower farms. UFEA is an internationally recognised body which has been able to access funding from Development Partners for capacity building and Industry development. UFEA leadership was able to lobby for a better enabling environment for industry growth, and this has assisted in the rapid expansion of the flower sector in Uganda. The members have contributed towards the running costs of the Association. All members have been able to benefit from training programmes so as to improve management at the farms. The offices are located in the Uganda Manufacturers Association show ground in Lugogo. UFEA is governed by a Board of Directors who are assisted by the Executive Director.
The Floriculture Industry has played a major role in poverty eradication and bringing in foreign exchange revenue. Flower exports include Valentino, Sonrysa, Belle Rose, Red Calypso, Tucam,Viva!. By the end of 2008. Rose production consists of sweetheart roses which have small heads and are better adapted to the Ugandan climate. The other type is the intermediate roses which have bigger heads. Chrysanthemum cuttings production is by Fiduga, Van Zanten and Waggagai flower farms, while potted plants are produced by Florema a subsidiary of Waggagai. These are produced for mother companies in Netherlands namely, Roto, Carms, Fides Holland, and Sierex.
Flower farms are located close to Kampala, near Lake Victoria and Entebbe Airport for ease of transport of flowers to the airport.
