PS State Dept for Co-operatives, Patrick Kilemi presided over the launch and distribution of BT Cotton Seed at Muluanda, Busia County. Present in the event was PS for State Dept of Industry, Dr. Juma Mukhwana and AFA DG Beatrice Nyamwamu among other dignitaries.

launch and distribution of BT Cotton Seed

Notice: Review of molasses permit fees

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Farmers earned Sh64 billion from fresh horticultural exports to Europe in the first six months of 2017, compared to Sh58 billion in a similar period last year.

Thailand is fast becoming a coffee consuming country while providing safe passage of coffee and coffee products to other market destinations of the world

Kenya has been invited, through the Kenya Embassy in Bangkok, by the Thailand Coffee Association (TCA) to participate at the Thaifex Anagu Asia 2023 Food & Beverages Exhibition scheduled to take place from 23^rd -26^th May, 2023, Bangkok, Thailand. The Exhibition is expected to attract more than 2,500 exhibitors and over 60,000 participants/ buyers across the world.

invitation Coffee exhibition

Notice to Exporters, Importers and Clearing Agents of horticulture produce

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Millers are paying cane farmers higher prices than recommended by a committee to boost scarce supplies.

H.E. The Deputy President , Rigathi Gachagua, visited the AFA stand at the 2023 Eldoret National Show. Accompanying him were

@kilimoKE CS Hon. Mithika Linturi & PS 

@state_cropsKE Kello Harsama, among other dignitaries.

NOTICE TO ALL EXPORTERS OF BEANS AND PEAS IN POD

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Farmers have emerged the winners after the regulator increased the cost at which millers buy sugarcane to Sh4,300 per metric tonne, piling pressure on the cash-strapped State-owned factories.

The conference running from 23rd-24th Nov 2022 brings together North Rift Economic Block (NOREB) and Lake Region Economic Block (LREB) County Governments with a view to enhance linkage and collaboration with stakeholders in the avocado value chain and provide a forum to address emerging industry issues.

avocado conference

Here's your chance, pour your heart into a coffee cup and be crowned the top barista in the country.

Barister championship 2022

Kenya’s agriculture sector was initially managed by a myriad of laws and legislations, but this was repealed by the current constitution.

We are participating in the Mombasa International Show 2022-themed "Promoting Innovation and Technology in Agriculture and Trade". Visit our stand and discover the latest in agricultural innovation and technology.

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Horticulture earnings jumped by six per cent to Sh145.4 billion during the last 11 months on the back of high demand for fresh produce as export destinations continue to relax Covid-19 restrictions.Read more....

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The first time Dominic Kedemi saw a coffee brewing machine, he was fascinated. The first thought that crossed his mind was that it looked expensive, but the number he had in mind was well off the mark.

To lift coffee industry let us step up on value addition

To lift coffee industry let us step up on value addition

Premature harvesting of Avocados has been cited as the main reason why exports of popular Avocado varieties were closed last month. Read more....

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Nairobi— Kenya, the world’s biggest exporter of black tea, expects production of the leaves to rise about 20% by the end of the decade,

Welcome to our exhibition booth at the World Food Day celebrations at Rombo ward in Kajiado County.

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Total value of horticultural exports rose in 2021. Read more....

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The Pyrethrum Directorate has kicked off decontrol of the tightly regulated sub-sector by licensing Africhem Botanical to produce, process and export the crop.

Below is the process for fibre crops registration of dealers.

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Kenya was the leading exporter of Avocado in Africa and among top 10 world’s largest exporters last year, with Murang’a leading with 31 percent total production. Read more......

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Kenya plans to expand local tea consumption due to global oversupply of the commodity that is pushing down prices, officials said on Friday.

Trained professional Helpline Counselors provide adequate information on alcohol and drug abuse; offer basic counseling to persons abusing alcohol and other drugs and their affected families and also give informed referrals to treatment or counseling centers for personalized attention to persons abusing alcohol or drugs who can call in day or night. Services offered include telephone counseling and referrals for alcohol, drug and substance use disorders.

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Exporters to await clearance before shipping produce. Read more......

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Coffee farming in Machakos and Makueni counties may come to instinct in near future due to climatical change if proper measures area not taken.

The Ag. DG @DgNyamwamu receives a trophy from The Deputy President H.E. Rigathi Gachagua, during the official opening of Nairobi International Trade Fair 2022. AFA was 1st in The Stand that Best Interpretes the Show Theme and 1st in the Best Sugar Industry Stand!

DG receiving a trophy from the DP at the MNairobi international ASK show

Horticulture earnings grew by 6.4 percent to Sh8.7 billion in the 11 months to November compared to the corresponding period last year, attributed to higher demand for Kenyan produce in the world market. Read more......

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Millers are paying cane farmers higher prices than recommended by a committee to boost scarce supplies.

The Government has availed Ksh 3.55 Billion, to subsidize 71,000 Mt (1.42 million x 50 kg bags) of fertilizer, for growing food crops during short rains season, PS Crops Development and Agricultural Research Dr Francis Owino has said. Read more......

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Farmers in Elgeyo Marakwet County have been urged to diversify into horticulture as a way of boosting their income.

Speaking to KNA Nephat Maritim, a government relations and policy analyst at one acre fund, has urged farmers to embrace diversification of crop production in the county saying the move will help boost farming in the region. Read more

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Farmers earned Sh64 billion from fresh horticultural exports to Europe in the first six months of 2017, compared to Sh58 billion in a similar period last year.

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The Agriculture and Food Authority- Sugar Directorate therefore requests the public to submit their views and comments on the draft Quality-Based Cane Payment policy . Hard copies of the document can be also be obtained from Sugar Directorate, Sukari Plaza Offices.

Written presentations and memoranda on the Draft Quality Based Cane Payment policy may be submitted by email to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. copy to This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. addressed to the attention of the Director AFA - Sugar Directorate.

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Quality based cane payment policy

AFA DRAFT QUALITY BASED CANE PAYMENT POLICY 1 click to download