December 05, 2023
Kenya: India Grants Kenya U.S.$250 Million Support in Agriculture, Vaccine Production
President William Ruto has revealed that India has granted Kenya with US$250 million that will be used in an array of areas including agriculture as well as vaccines. Read more »
Kenya: Miraa Transporters Directed to Get Operating Licenses By December 31
Miraa transporters have been given until December 31 to obtain their operating licenses. Read more »
Kenya: AU Proposal for Moratorium On Horrifying Donkey Skin Trade Welcomed By ICWE
A report calling for a moratorium on the donkey skin trade has received the endorsement of the African Union. Read more »
November 26, 2023
Kenya: Consumer Federation Urges Reopening of Sugar Milling Firms
The Consumer Federation of Kenya (COFEK) is calling on the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) to reopen closed sugar factories amid the maturity of farmers canes. Read more »
November 01, 2023
Kenya: CS Kuria Says NYS Officers to Cultivate Idle Govt Land to Boost Country's Food Production
Public Service Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria now says National Youth Service (NYS) officers will be used to cultivate idle government land. Read more »
October 29, 2023
Kenya: We Will Cultivate Govt Land to Boost Food Production, Cut Imports - President Ruto
President William Ruto now says the government will use public land to produce food and seeds to curb the rising cost of living in the country. Read more »
October 28, 2023
Kenya: USAID Program Bolsters Kenya's Prosperity in the Avocado Market
Over the past six years, Kenya's ambition to become a global leader in high-quality avocado production and export has gained significant momentum, thanks to the Kenya Crops and… Read more »
October 26, 2023
Kenya: Win for Coffee Farmers as DP Gachagua Secures Direct Sales to Java House
Local coffee farmers will start selling their produce directly to one of the world's largest coffee firms, The Java Coffee Company, following an agreement signed yesterday by the… Read more »
October 25, 2023
Kenya: Kenya's Cassava Demand Exceeds Production By 200%
Kenya is relying on cassava importation from neighboring countries to meet high demand for the food product locally. Read more »
October 23, 2023
Kenya: Farmers to Sell Coffee Directly to Starbucks in Deal Midwifed By Whitman - DP Gachagua
Kenya's coffee farmers could soon sell directly to the world's largest coffee chain in a landmark deal that would more than double their incomes. Read more »
October 18, 2023
Kenya: Kenya to Host National Cassava Conference to Enhance Productivity
Kenya is set to host the National Cassava Conference and Expo 2023 (NCCE), aimed at enhancing cassava production, productivity, and value addition. Read more »
October 12, 2023
Kenya: Govt to Buy 1 Million Bags From Local Maize Farmer at Sh4,000 Per Bag - Linturi
Farmers across the country can now breathe a sigh of relief after the government announced plans to purchase 1 million bags of maize locally at an enhanced price. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Win as Environment Court Allows Importation, Cultivation of GMOs
The Environment Court has dismissed a petition challenging the importation and cultivation of Genetically Modified Organisms (GMOs). Read more »
October 06, 2023
Kenya: Govt to Ban Wheat, Maize Imports to Protect Local Farmers
No permits will be issued to millers to import wheat or maize into the country. Read more »
October 03, 2023
Kenya: Govt to Set Aside Sh4 Billion to Purchase Maize From Farmers
The government will set aside Sh4 billion to purchase maize from farmers the through the National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) this season. Read more »
Kenya: Renewed Hope for Cashew Nuts, Coconut Farmers as MPs Consider Bill to Review Sector
Members of Parliament (MPs) have begun the process of reviewing a law to revive cashew nut and coconut sectors in the coastal areas of Kenya, which was once an economic lifeline of… Read more »
Kenya: Lobby Petitions Parliament to Allocate More Funding for Agriculture
Shining Hope for Communities (Shofco) has petitioned the National Assembly to pass a legislation that will enable the agricultural sector to benefit from the Road Maintenance Levy… Read more »
October 01, 2023
Kenya: Miraa is Not a Drug It's a Cash Crop Like Any Other - DP Gachagua
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has reiterated that the government is committed to resolving challenges affecting miraa Farmers. Read more »
September 26, 2023
Kenya: DP Gachagua Affirms Govt Resolve to Improve Coffee Farmers Earnings
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Monday evening convened a high powered consultative meeting on Coffee Subsector Reforms and affirmed that the Government will not be distracted… Read more »
September 21, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Set to Host Major Agricultural and Processing Expo
Nairobi is set to host the Agro-Food pack Exhibition, which seeks to boost local enterprises production capacity. Read more »
September 18, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Exports First Consignment of Avocados to India
Kenya has exported its first batch of avocados to India as the country seeks to expand its market in Asia. Read more »
September 14, 2023
Kenya: Kenya Seeks Support of Colombia in Coffee Reforms
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has appealed to the Colombia National Coffee Federation to collaborate with Kenyan farmers to improve yields and better returns. Read more »
Kenya: Govt Unveils Sh13.9 Billion Fund for Rural Smallholder Farmers
Smallholder farmers in rural areas will now be able to access financial services following the signing of a partnership between the government and the International Fund for… Read more »
Kenya: Over 700 Farmers Graduate From Safaricom Foundation's Wezesha Agri Programme
Over 700 farmers have graduated from the Safaricom Foundation's Wezesha Agri Programme in Kajiado County. Read more »
September 13, 2023
Kenya: Farmers Spend Over $72 Million to Buy Pesticides, New Report
A total of Sh10.66 billion ($72.7 million) was spent by Kenyan farmers to purchase pesticides in 2020 to control pests and diseases. Read more »