Unveiling The Key Insights From The Maturity Survey
News Last month, we conducted a maturity survey in central, western and eastern Uganda. This is part of our mandate to support the government in identifying a vanilla harvest start date that guarantees maximum ripeness, and in turn, the highest possible quality. Working with the government and scientists from Makerere University, data was collected using five scientific approaches:
(i) Physical observation (pod colour, size, and length)
(ii) Analysis of pollination data
(iii) Analysis of vanillin and moisture content
(iv) Determination of thermal time, and
(v) Opinions from stakeholders during the validation of the survey report. We would like to extend our gratitude to the growers that hosted the maturity survey team, processing companies, and participants from The Ministry of Agriculture Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF), Makerere University, and the Catholic Relief Services (CRS). We look forward to a successful harvest of some of the world’s best vanilla beans! Read the full article
here. Warm regards,
Prossy Tumushabe, Executive Director– VANEX
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Exporter Spotlight – Natural Extracts Industries Ltd
Natural Extracts Industries Ltd (NEI) was established in November 2011 by a small, multi-talented team, as a social enterprise with a vision to accelerate the economic development of smallholder farmers by adding value to their local crops. This vision led to the creation of high-quality flavours from botanical ingredients, using modern eco-friendly methods that capture their true origins. Along with various grades of vanilla beans, NEI offers a variety of extracts for both home use and for higher end chefs, dairy producers, and natural foods connoisseurs. The company is committed to sustainability by striving to be eco-friendly and reducing environmental impact through recycling and cutting down on consumables.
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A bean for all applications
Ugandan vanilla comes in a range of formats tailored to meet your specific needs. Gourmet, extraction grade, sustainably certified, HAACP and GFSI, kosher and halal – whether you require wholesale vanilla beans or commercial vanilla extracts for baked goods, dairy, beverages, and beyond, we have the perfect solution for your application! Would you like to find out more about Ugandan Vanilla for your products? We’ll connect you to the right seller offering the required specs to craft your desired applications. Contact us today –
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Upcoming Events and Industry News
Vanilla Harvest Season is Coming Soon! Get ready for the exciting time of the year! The second Ugandan Harvest season is soon! Uganda is known for its two annual harvesting seasons. The first season in January and the second in July provide premium vanilla, ensuring consistent supply year-round. Be among the first to experience the magic of the new Ugandan vanilla harvest! Get in touch with us today to connect with a bean or extract vendor that meets your needs!
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