Joseph Mumo

By Ramadhan Mafta and MaryAnne Gitimu Introduction Rice is the third most consumed cereal crop after maize and wheat due to changes in eating habits, with annual consumption rate at 12 per cent (KNBS 2020, Economic Survey). The fourth Medium-Term Plan and the Rice Bill 2023 identify rice as a key value chain, outlining strategies […]

Aberton Okoth and Hussein Kadiro Introduction The dairy value chain comprises a series of events involving production, processing, distribution and retailing of milk and dairy products spanning from production on the farm to the final consumer. The dairy industry is recognized in Kenya’s Vision 2030 as one of the key economic drivers that will enhance

By Maryrose Peter and Benazir Kemunto Introduction Beadwork is the art of creating decorative items such as jewellery, ornaments and cloth embellishments using beads. It involves techniques such as sewing, stringing, and weaving to create intricate patterns and designs. The nature of beadwork is highly segregated, encouraging job creation in diverse trades. Several communities have

By Patricia Njoki and Vincent Misango Introduction The tea sector is a leading economic driver, ranking third in foreign currency earnings with the country’s Black CTC tea accounting for 24 per cent of the world tea exports. Its contribution to overall GDP is 2 per cent and 40 per cent to agricultural GDP. The industry

By Kennedy Musyoka and Kevin Koech Introduction Blue economy refers to the initiatives directed towards harnessing the untapped potential of seas, coasts and oceans for job creation and economic growth while maintaining sustainability of oceans ecosystems to support these activities. It plays a pivotal role in economic growth, contributing 2.5% to the Gross Domestic Product

By Valerie Atieno and Hanab Hassan Introduction Pyrethrum is a natural insecticide grown in high-altitude regions and thrives due to favourable climate and soil conditions. Its rising global demand creates employment opportunities across the value chain from production to consumption. The pyrethrum value chain is governed by the Pyrethrum Act, 2013, which streamlines operations while

By Lenjo Mbala and Sharon Korir IntroductionApiculture is the economic activity of beekeeping, and it entails caring and management of honeybees for subsistence and commercial purposes. Beekeeping produces a wide range of products with multiple uses, including but not limited to honey, beeswax, bee pollen, propolis, royal jelly, bee venom, honeycomb, bee bread, and bee