Alex Wanzala2026-05-072026-05-072026-04-17https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12311/3282UndergraduateThis study sought to investigate the effect of sustainability practices on the coffee value chain in the Elgon Region of Uganda, with special reference to Bugisu Cooperative Union in Mbale District. The study was guided by objectives that included an examination of the effect of sustainability practices on the performance of the coffee value chain. The study used a descriptive research design with both qualitative and quantitative aspects. The study targeted small-scale coffee farmers who were members of the cooperative union. The study was based on the assumption that sustainability practices such as the use of agroforestry, shade trees, reduction of chemical use, fair trade practices, and farmer participation were important in improving the performance of the coffee value chain. The study found that sustainability practices have a positive effect on the performance of the coffee value chain. For instance, the study found that agroforestry practices improved the fertility of the soil. The study also found that farmer participation was important in improving the performance of the coffee value chain. The study concluded that sustainability practices were important in improving the performance of the coffee value chain. The study recommends that sustainability practices should be encouraged in the coffee value chain in Bugisu Region. The study further recommends that the government should establish training centres for small-scale coffee farmers to enhance their understanding of sustainability practices.en