Kabarole District Farmers Association (KDFA)
Organisation Overview
Kabarole District Farmers Association (KDFA) is a farmer led, non profit membership organisation established in 1992 and registered in 1998 in Uganda. KDFA works to improve the economic and social livelihoods of smallholder farmers through sustainable agriculture, agribusiness development, financial inclusion, and climate-smart interventions.
KDFA is affiliated to the Uganda National Farmers Federation (UNFFE) and operates across all sub counties of Kabarole and Bunyangabu Districts in western Uganda.
Core Competencies
Smallholder farmer mobilisation and organisation
Sustainable and climate-smart agriculture
Agribusiness and value chain development
Financial inclusion and VSLA programming
Youth skills development and green job creation
Farmer training, extension, and demonstration services
Collective marketing and agro-processing support
Programme Experience
KDFA has over 30 years of experience implementing donor-funded and multi-stakeholder projects in partnership with development agencies, government institutions, and civil society organisations.
Key thematic areas include:
Agricultural production and productivity improvement
Climate resilience and environmental conservation
Farmer enterprise development and market access
Youth and women economic empowerment
Governance, accountability, and farmer representation
Geographic Coverage & Beneficiaries
Operational area: 27 sub counties in Kabarole and Bunyangabu Districts
Direct beneficiaries: 1,500+ organised smallholder farmers
Strong participation of women and youth through group based membership
Governance & Management
Governed by a 9-member District Executive Board elected every four years
Annual General Assembly provides oversight and strategic direction
Managed by a professional team of agricultural advisors, enterprise development advisors, VSLA officers, community-based trainers, and administrative staff
KDFA upholds strong standards of transparency, integrity, stewardship and accountability.
Key Partnerships
KDFA has partnered with organisations including DANIDA, CARE International, FARM Africa, NAADS, aBi-Trust, Enabel, UNFFE, FINCA, and local government authorities in the Tooro Kingdom and Rwenzori Region.
Organisational Assets
Fully established head office in Fort Portal Municipality
Produce storage and agro-processing facilities in multiple locations
Input supply retail outlet
Motorcycles, farm tools and training equipment supporting field operations
Value Proposition
KDFA offers donors and partners a trusted grassroots platform with deep community reach, strong farmer networks, and proven capacity to deliver inclusive, sustainable and scalable rural development programmes.
Contact Information
Kabarole District Farmers Association (KDFA)
Plot 18 Mary Hall Road, Kabundaire
Fort Portal Municipality, Uganda
Kabarole District Farmers Association (KDFA)
P.O. Box 950, Fort Portal
Plot No. 18, Mary Hall Road, Kabundaire
Fort Portal Municipality, Uganda
📧 Email Address: kabaroledfa@gmail.com / info@kabarolefarmers.com
📞 Phone: +256 772 898 039 / +256 772 406 792