UHURU FOOD TECHNOLOGY AND SKILLING CENTRE (UFOTEC) is an Agribusiness skilling Centre focused on food and beverage product development with a target to support Uganda’s Micro, small and Medium Enterprises
Our Major goal is to guide micro & small-scale processors to equip themselves with basic technical skills in fruit and vegetable processing, optimize their processing methods and implement quality assurance schemes
UHURU FOOD TECHNOLOGY
To preserve them by slowing down the natural processes of decay caused by microorganisms, enzymes in the food, or other factors such as heat, moisture and sunlight
Who we are
UHURU FOOD TECHNOLOGY AND SKILLING CENTRE (UFOTEC) is an Agribusiness skilling Centre focused on food and beverage product development with a target to support Uganda’s Micro, small and Medium Enterprises to improve Quality of their products through implementing Quality control and Assurance practices in their processes. We do this by conducting training programs in Good Hygienic Practices (GHPs), Good Manufacturing Practices(GMPs), Practical product development and formulation training sessions, Internal product and system Audits and inspections for food and beverage processors.
What We Do
Training in GMPs & GHPs
Quality Control Services
Product Development
Training in Agricultural Value Addition
Product Certification support
Processing Fruits and Vegetables
- To preserve them by slowing down the natural processes of decay caused by microorganisms, enzymes in the food, or other factors such as heat, moisture and sunlight.
- To change them into different foods/products, which are attractive and in demand by consumers. Like chefs and caterers, processors should use their skills to develop attractive recipes and make products that consumers want to eat. By doing this successfully, they can increase sales and earn an income.
Our Vision
To be the leading skilling Centre in food and beverage processing technologies in the great lakes region.
Mission Statement
To provide high-quality Practical trainings in product formulations/product development to entrepreneurs involved in food and beverage processing
To conduct basic Training Programs in Good Manufacturing Practices (GMPs) and Good Hygienic Practices (GHPs) for the ultimate benefit of the food industry and consumers.
UHURU FOOD TECHNOLOGY AND SKILLING CENTRE (UFOTEC)
Our Major goal is to guide micro & small-scale processors to equip themselves with basic technical skills in fruit and vegetable processing, optimize their processing methods and implement quality assurance schemes and GHP (Good Hygienic Practices) and GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) Programmes thus building their technical capacity for improved market access and competitiveness
