Eucalyptus Farming in Uganda: A Profitable Business Venture

2 min readJul 21, 2024

Introduction

Eucalyptus farming is gaining popularity in Uganda due to its economic viability. These evergreen trees are prized for their blue-green leaves and attractive smooth peeling bark. They have a wide range of uses, including timber, energy, and essential oil production. If you’re considering venturing into eucalyptus farming, this article provides essential information to get you started.

Varieties of Eucalyptus Trees

Eucalyptus Grandis: Suited to cooler and wetter areas around Lake Victoria, this species grows well in the highlands of Western Uganda and the West Nile region.

Eucalyptus Saligna: Similar to Eucalyptus Grandis, it also thrives in moderately wet areas. Farmers in southern Uganda have adopted this species.

Eucalyptus Camaldulensis: Ideal for hotter and drier climates, it grows well in the relatively drier eastern and northern regions of Uganda.

Eucalyptus Ellipsoidea: Suited for drought-prone areas like the Karamoja region.

Clonal Hybrid Eucalyptus Salicola: Farmers across the country are now growing this species.
Harvesting Time
G-U 7, G-U 8, GC, These are also clones

Eucalyptus trees take approximately 5 to 12 years to mature and become suitable for harvesting. The best time to harvest eucalyptus leaves is during the summer months when the leaves are mature and contain the most oil. The optimal period for harvesting eucalyptus leaves in Uganda is between July and November, depending on the location and climate1.

Why Choose Eucalyptus Farming?

Economic Viability: Eucalyptus trees provide a steady income stream through timber sales, essential oil extraction, and energy production.

Environmental Benefits: Eucalyptus helps combat deforestation by providing an alternative source of wood. It also contributes to soil improvement and carbon sequestration.

#DiverseUsesEucalyptus wood is used for construction, furniture, and paper production. The leaves yield essential oils with various applications.
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