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The report outlines high-value and rare farming products in Kenya, highlighting profitable crops, niche herbs, and spices with strong local and export market potential. It emphasizes demand trends, price ranges, and value addition opportunities for farmers and agribusiness investors.
This report explores how Kenya can transform its agricultural sector to adapt to climate change, increase productivity, and ensure food security. It highlights how climate-smart agriculture (CSA) practices, such as drought-resistant crops, precision irrigation, agroforestry, and digital weather forecasting, can mitigate climate risks while improving farmers’ livelihoods.
Read MoreDespite facing significant headwinds from domestic inflation pressures and renewed US protectionist policies, Kenyan agricultural exporters have demonstrated remarkable resilience through market diversification, value addition strategies, technology adoption, and enhanced international partnerships, achieving a 22.81% export growth to the US in 2024 while preparing for AGOA's potential expiration
Read MoreVertical farming in urban Kenya is a sustainable solution to food insecurity, maximizing space and conserving water while increasing yields by up to 80%. Though high setup costs and limited awareness hinder adoption, success stories from Nairobi's informal settlements demonstrate its economic, environmental, and social benefits with strong potential for scalability.
Read MoreSmart irrigation solutions powered by IoT and AI are improving water efficiency, reducing operational costs, and boosting crop yields for Kenyan farmers. Though initial investment can be high, farmers experience ROI within 2–4 years. These technologies support climate resilience, sustainability, and profitability, with proven benefits from real-world farmer testimonials.
Read MoreKenyan farmers Sammy and Catherine adopted AgriTech tools—AI-powered soil analysis and bioherbicides—to combat low yields and parasitic weeds. These innovations improved productivity, reduced environmental harm, and enhanced food security, showcasing the power of technology in agriculture. Over 12,000 farmers now benefit from such sustainable solutions.
Read MoreAgriTech solutions in Kenya are revolutionizing smallholder farming by enhancing productivity, financial access, and market connectivity through digital platforms like M-Farm, DigiFarm, and Farmonaut. Despite progress, challenges such as policy fragmentation, funding disparities, and climate-related risks hinder broader adoption and scalability of these technologies.
Read MoreTechnology is revolutionizing agriculture in rural Kenya through mobile apps, IoT, AI, and precision farming tools. These innovations boost productivity, improve market access, and promote sustainability. Despite barriers like digital literacy and connectivity, tech solutions are enhancing food security and empowering smallholder farmers, particularly women, across the country.
Read MoreKenyan farmers can boost profits and fight climate change through carbon farming, which enhances soil health and earns income via carbon credits. While promising, challenges include high startup costs, limited awareness, market access, and land tenure issues. Demand for credits is growing, creating new opportunities for sustainable agriculture.
Read MoreKenya's shift to urban farming, driven by food security, climate challenges, and tech innovation, offers sustainable food solutions in cities but disrupts rural agriculture. While it creates jobs and improves resilience, it risks rural depopulation and resource strain. Balancing urban and rural dynamics is key for long-term agricultural sustainability.
Read MoreIndex-based insurance helps Kenyan farmers manage climate risks by offering quick, objective payouts based on weather data, lowering costs and improving access. Despite challenges like basis risk and limited coverage, it boosts resilience and supports smallholders. Programs like Kilimo Salama and IBLI are key examples.
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