The KEPHIS Managing Director Prof. Theophilus Mutui, PhD , joined the CS Dr. Andrew Karanja alongside Ministry officials, in the unveiling of the 2023 Farmer Registration Report, on Thursday 5th December 2024 . In his speech, the CS lauded the collaborative efforts of key stakeholders in the industry for ensuring the nationwide farmer registration exercise was a resounding success. This is an important step achieved towards expanding the government’s subsidy program through registered agro-dealers. KEPHIS mandate focuses on plant health, seed certification, and regulating agricultural products to ensure quality standards. The farmer registration exercise supports KEPHIS efforts to enhance agricultural productivity. KEPHIS will continue to put efforts to ensure that agricultural practices are based on quality standards . #KEPHIS #Agricultureinkenya #farmers
Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS)
Government Administration
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Plant Health, Our Business
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Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) is the government parastatal whose responsibility is to assure the quality of agricultural inputs and produce to prevent adverse impact on the economy, the environment and human health. Vision: The Lead Regulator and Facilitator of Globally Competitive Agriculture Mission: To Provide a Science Based Regulatory Service by Assuring the Quality of Agricultural Inputs and Produce to Promote Food Security and Sustainable development Core values Customer focus Innovation and creativity Integrity Teamwork Professionalism Corporate social responsibility Strategic Objectives To protect plants from pests, weeds and invasive species. To facilitate review and strengthening of the policy, legal and regulatory framework, so that it is in tandem with both local and international agricultural sector emerging issues. To contribute towards improved levels of agricultural productivity. To support compliance to market requirements. To build adequate technical and infrastructural capacity to facilitate efficient and effective delivery of the KEPHIS mandate. To mobilize adequate financial resources and ensure optimal allocation and utilization to enable full implementation of planned programmers and activities. To enhance synergies through information and resource sharing with stakeholders and partners. To enhance the visibility and corporate image of KEPHIS
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- Nairobi, Nairobi
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Kenya signed a memorandum of understanding with China, India and Malaysla to allow Kenya export fresh avocado fruits. As a result, Kenyans needed to be guided properly inorder to understand the set market requirements before the 2025 export season. Earlier this week, all the exporters of fresh avocados to China, India and Malaysia gathered together for a one day workshop at KEPHIS Headquarters, in order to enhance export compliance of fresh avocado. They had a discussion on Avocado Market requirements, pest identification, scouting and trap installations. KEPHIS İs Commited in guiding and facilltatingg all exporters interested in exporting fresh avoado frults into China, India and Malaysia. #kephis #exporters #importers #phytosanitary
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This week on our Did You Know series we talk about KEPHIS Inspection Point! #kephis #Phytosanitary #exports #imports #inspectionsmatter
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Over the past 60 years, agriculture in Kenya has experienced remarkable growth. This progress has been driven by advances in technology, high-yielding and disease-resistant seeds, and improved farming practices. These innovations have led to increased food production and enhanced trade opportunities in the country. Today, KEPHIS proudly participated in the 60th Anniversary Celebrations of Kenya’s Diplomatic Journey at the KICC. As a key player in the agricultural sector, KEPHIS has significantly contributed to this growth by facilitating safe trade, certifying seeds, and testing agricultural inputs. During the celebrations, the Prime Cabinet Secretary, H.E. Musalia Mudavadi, visited the KEPHIS stand and was received by the Managing Director Prof.Theophilus Mutui.
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#WorldAIDSDay We join the world in the fight against stigmatization as we spread hope , understanding, and care for all !
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KEPHIS today through the Kitale Regional Office donated 200 avocado seedlings to the Trans Nzoia Agro Tourism and Investment Fair. The seedlings will be donated to youth groups and schools in the county. The aim is to teach them to grow them and later earn incomes from avocado fruits thus uplift their living standards. #KEPHIS #AVOCADO #youths
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#Seedcertificationsensitization Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) Director Seed Certification and Plant Variety Protection, Mr. Simon Maina will today be live on Inooro FM from 8:00 to 9:00 AM to expound more on the importance of using certified seeds! Tune in : https://lnkd.in/dSi3QaqP
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Mr Omari Ndiema(2nd left) and Mr. Patrick Gicheru(centre)Trans Nzoia County Chief Officer Trade and CECM Trade, Industrialization, Tourism and Cooperative Development respectively at the KEPHIS stand during the ongoing Trans Nzoia Tourism, Trade and Investment Fair where they were shown the roles of KEPHIS in the county by Deputy Director KEPHIS Kitale Dr. Thomas Kosiom(right). The three day event aims to boost investments in the agriculture sector, foster partnerships and support environmental conservation.
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The fight against fake seed continues! Catch our Managing Director, Prof. Theophilus Mutui, live on Musyi FM tomorrow from 8 to 9 AM as he explains the critical role KEPHIS plays in safeguarding food security through Seed Certification services. We will also be live on Chamgei and Maiyan FM same time tomorrow. Don't miss out ! #MusyiFM #Farmers #SeedCertification #KEPHIS #FoodSecurity
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