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A reduction in milk volumes by about 3.5 million litres per day has impacted key dairy by-products, among them butter production, according to stakeholders in both the dairy and supermarket value chains.

Several supermarkets and consumers across Kampala have reported a shortage in butter supply, with the Dairy Development Authority blaming a reduction in milk production, occasioned by shortage of feeds and a prolonged drought in the cattle corridor.

Mr Ponsiano Ngabirano, the Capital Shoppers Supermarkets proprietor, yesterday indicated they had noticed a reduction in butter supply to reduced production by some manufacturers.

"The current shortage of feeds has resulted in reduced milk yields, ultimately affecting butter production," he said.

Uganda has over the years seen an increase in milk production and related products, but the country continues to experience uneven production patterns due to weather.

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