Kenya Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development

“We are pleased to see the great work KEPHIS is doing, and as the Departmental Committee on Agriculture, we are committed to supporting them—especially through policies that strengthen their mandate. One key area is enforcing stricter seed certification and regulatory measures to curb counterfeit seed vendors through firm and punitive action.” — Dr. John Mutunga, Chairperson, Departmental Committee on Agriculture and Livestock Development.

CS Mutahi Kagwe together with the Departmental Committee on Agriculture & Livestock visit Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service - Kephis. #BETAKILIMO

CS MUTAHI KAGWE LEADS DEPARTMENTAL COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE & LIVESTOCK IN A VISIT TO KEPHIS. CS Sen. Mutahi Kagwe, together with the National Assembly Parliament of Kenya Departmental Committee on Agriculture & Livestock, led by Chairman Hon.Dr. John Mutunga, visited the Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service - Kephis HQ. KEPHIS plays an important role in safeguarding Kenya’s agriculture by ensuring the quality of inputs, controlling plant pests and diseases, and facilitating safe trade practices. The visit provided an opportunity for the Committee to gain deeper insights into KEPHIS's operations and discuss strategies to enhance food security while protecting the economy from plant health risks. The discussions reaffirmed the government’s commitment to transparency, accountability, and strategic partnerships in strengthening Kenya’s agricultural sector. Accompanying the CS were PS, Dr. Kipronoh Ronoh Paul,CBS KEPHIS Chairman Mr. Joseph M'eruaki, and KEPHIS MD Prof. Theophelus Mutui. #BETAKilimo

CS Sen. Mutahi Kagwe Resolves Wheat Farmers vs. Millers Dispute. After a day-long meeting, CS Sen. Mutahi Kagwe has led a multi-stakeholder consultation to put an end to the standoff between wheat farmers and millers and ensure mop up of all unsold wheat. Millers will now purchase the 400,000 bags before receiving import licenses, ensuring farmers get the agreed Ksh. 5,300 for Grade 1 and Ksh. 5,200 for Grade 2 wheat. A new Wheat Sector Standing Committee will be created to enforce compliance and restore trust in the industry. Present were Narok Governor H.E. Patrick Ntutu, Senator Ledama ole Kina, Deputy Speaker Hon. Gladys Boss, Hon. Agnes Pareiyo, Hon. Silvester Ntutu, State Department for Agriculture PS Dr. Kipronoh Ronoh, AFA, NCPB, CGA, CMA representatives, and farmers. @kilimoKE #WheatResolution #BETAKilimo #MkulimaKwanza

PS RONOH MEETS WITH ITALIAN DELEGATION ON DEVELOPMENT COOPERATION Kenya and Italy have enjoyed mutually beneficial ties since the 1960s. Yesterday, PS, Dr. Kipronoh Ronoh Paul,CBS met with an Italian development delegation led by H.E. Roberto Natali, the Italian Ambassador to Kenya. Italy’s development cooperation in Kenya emphasizes agriculture and environmental sustainability, particularly in the arid and semi-arid lands. This often involves a "debt-for-development" approach to support agricultural projects in regions like West Pokot, Baringo, and Kilifi. These initiatives align with the Government's Agenda and Vision 2030, including the distribution of mobile dryers for post-harvest management, AflaBox field testing, commissioning aflatoxin decontamination plants, and installing photovoltaic systems to power AFLAZERO plants. As one of Kenya’s earliest development partners, Italy has played a key role in the country’s agricultural development. The PS praised Italy’s support in maximizing Kenya’s economic potential—especially in light of climate change—and expressed his hope for continued cooperation. #BETAKILIMO #MkulimaKwanza

CS Kagwe Updates on Kenya’s Food Systems Transformation Kenya is making significant strides in ensuring nutritious food for all and transforming agriculture for a sustainable future. Today, CS Mutahi Kagwe met with the UN Deputy Secretary-General Amb. Amina J. Mohammed and UN Resident Coordinator Dr. Stephen Jackson on the sidelines of the UN Food Systems Stocktaking Summit, reaffirming Kenya Kwanza’s commitment to hosting the summit in Nairobi this March. Addressing global leaders, CS Kagwe highlighted Kenya’s achievements, including feeding 2.3M school children, registering 6.4M+ farmers through digital agriculture, increasing cultivated land and food production, and engaging 9,450 youth in agribusiness. CS Kagwe called for stronger partnerships with WFP and development partners to support contract farming, bulk input sourcing, and the establishment of a regional logistics hub to enhance food security and boost farmers’ incomes.

In collaboration with the County Governments, the agripreneurship program, is set to transform the agricultural sector. This initiative aims to recruit over 10,000 youth into agriculture, with seven agripreneurs assigned per ward. Through the Green Army initiative, the young people will receive training and support to enhance productivity and sustainability in farming. This effort not only strengthens food security and economic growth but creates employment . #BETAKILIMO #MkulimaKwanza

Celebrating the Future of African Agriculture The Secretary Administration, Mr. Harun Khator, today presided over the graduation of Cohort 3 from the Centre for African Leaders in Agriculture (CALA) at the Argyle Grand Hotel, representing the PS, State Department for Agriculture, Dr. Kipronoh Ronoh. This milestone marks 16 months of dedication, leadership growth, and commitment to transforming Africa’s agrifood systems. The Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development commends AGRA for its role in strengthening leadership in agriculture through the CALA program. With 25 Kenyan leaders trained—including officers from the Ministry—this initiative is shaping the future of the sector. In his speech, Dr. Kipronoh Ronoh urged the graduates to be champions of transformation by driving climate-smart agriculture, fostering technology adoption, advocating for policy reforms, and promoting sustainable agribusiness. @kilimoKE #CALA2025 #AgricultureLeadership #FoodSecurity

THE COMMITMENT TO MAKING FARMING PROFITABLE AGAIN! CS Sen. Mutahi Kagwe leads the Ministry in defending the 2025 Budget Policy Statement before the National Assembly Committee, chaired by Dr. John Mutunga.

Our nationwide vaccination campaign is a critical step towards eradicating Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) and Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), safeguarding our cattle, sheep, and goats. These devastating diseases not only cripple productivity and threaten food security but also inflict staggering economic losses – up to Ksh 62 billion annually – through market closures and high mortality rates. Achieving disease-free status, certified by the World Organization for Animal Health within the next three years, is within our reach and will unlock immense economic potential for Kenya." CS Sen. Mutahi Kagwe.