Nandi County is rapidly reshaping its agricultural landscape, turning smallholder farmers into agri-entrepreneurs through a series of flagship projects aimed at boosting productivity, value addition, and market access. Under the leadership of Governor Stephen Sang, the county is moving beyond subsistence farming to structured agribusiness, creating jobs, improving food security, and generating income for residents. Our agenda is simple: move from subsistence farming to structured agribusiness. Every flagship project focuses on adding value, creating markets, and improving livelihoods, said Sang.
Key initiatives include the Kabiyet Dairy Factory, which processes over 200,000 liters of milk daily, providing a reliable market for farmers in Mosop, Aldai, and Chesumei. Farmers like Mercy Chelangat report higher incomes and expanded herds thanks to prompt payments and better access to quality feed. The county’s Avocado Aggregation and Processing Hub in Mosoriot targets export-grade Hass avocado production, while a Chicken Slaughter and Processing Plant in Kapsabet is set to process 3,000 birds daily, creating employment for youth and women. Additionally, modern facilities for coffee processing in Tinderet and aquaculture through the Lessos Hatchery are expanding opportunities for farmers across multiple sub-counties.
Complementing these projects, Nandi County provides subsidized tractor services, mobile soil testing, and solar-powered irrigation, helping farmers improve yields while mitigating climate risks. Plans are underway for digital farmer registration, e-Voucher subsidies, crop and livestock insurance, and a cooperative digital marketplace, ensuring that agriculture becomes data-driven, profitable, and sustainable. Agriculture is not just about food; it’s about jobs, dignity, and prosperity. We are designing Nandi for the future, said Dr. Kiplimo Lagat, CECM for Agriculture, highlighting the county’s commitment to empowering farmers and strengthening the local economy.