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Makueni to Host Sh2.5 Billion Fruit Processing Hub in Boost for Mango and Citrus Farmers
Makueni County will support the development of a billion fruit processing and agribusiness hub expected to boost mango and citrus value addition, create 12,750 jobs and expand export markets for…
Kenya Reaffirms Commitment to Protect Rangelands and Support Pastoral Communities
Kenya has renewed its commitment to restoring rangelands and supporting pastoral communities during the International Year of Rangelands and Pastoralists 2026 conference held in Kajiado County. Principal Secretary for Livestock…
Elgeyo Marakwet Dairy Farmers Save KSh 544 Million as Government Milk Coolers Reduce Post-Harvest Losses
Eight government-supported milk coolers in Elgeyo Marakwet are helping more than 15,500 dairy farmers reduce post-harvest losses, preserving million litres of milk valued at KSh million annually. Principal Secretary for…
CS Mutahi Kagwe Calls for Fast-Tracking of Key Agriculture Bills Before 2027 Election Period
Agriculture CS Sen. Mutahi Kagwe has urged Members of Parliament to fast-track key agriculture Bills and legislative reforms before the end of 2026 to accelerate sector transformation and avoid delays…
Kenya and Lesotho Strengthen Agricultural Partnership to Advance Food Security and Innovation
Kenya and Lesotho have agreed to strengthen agricultural cooperation through knowledge sharing, research, climate-smart agriculture, seed systems and livestock development to improve food and nutrition security. Agriculture and Livestock Development…
Government Awards KSh 65.2 Million Grant to Modernize Gathuthi Tea Factory
The government has awarded Gathuthi Tea Factory a KSh million grant to modernize its tea processing operations and improve returns for tea farmers. Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi…
Meru Dairy Farmers to Earn KSh 52 Per Litre Under New Government Plan
Meru dairy farmers will earn KSh 52 per litre of milk from August 1, 2026, following a government announcement aimed at increasing farmer incomes and reducing the cost of dairy…
Dairy Farmers in Meru to Benefit as New Animal Feed Mill Begins Production
Dairy farmers in Meru County are set to benefit from lower production costs and improved access to quality livestock feeds following the commissioning of a new animal feed manufacturing plant…
Kenya Rolls Out ANITRAC Livestock Identification System to Unlock Global Export Markets
The Government has launched the nationwide ANITRAC livestock identification and traceability system to improve disease control, curb livestock theft, strengthen food safety and unlock premium export markets for Kenyan livestock…
Government Delivers 30th Nyandarua Milk Cooler as Dairy Farmers Receive Training and Support
Nyandarua milk cooler programme has reached 30 units after the government delivered another cooler to Ol-Kalau Dairy Cooperative, boosting milk quality, reducing losses and supporting dairy farmers. The government has…