Kenya targets pork sufficiency by 2030 as it turns focus on increased commercial pig farming
Speaking during the National Stakeholders’ Sensitisation Forum for Pig Value Chain, Principal Secretary for Livestock Development Jonathan Mueke said the sector presents a major opportunity for investment and growth in the country’s agricultural economy.
Semi-arid Elgeyo Marakwet County launches free milk programme for early childhood education programme
The initiative, which targets Early Childhood Development Education (ECDE) learners, is intended to improve child nutrition, improve school enrolment and enhance retention rates in education.
Dairy industry in Vihiga County set for better days with launch of Wema Dairy in Mbale town
Dr Darlington Kadenge welcomed the establishment of Wema Dairy Cooperative Society, terming it a timely intervention that will provide a ready market for milk and promote value addition.
Kenya eyes booming world meat market as it steps up livestock disease detection, treatment
Following the workshop, a report and a roadmap outlining key actions, partnerships and investment opportunities will be produced. By improving access to reliable disease testing, these efforts aim to keep animals healthy, strengthen farmer livelihoods, and better protect Kenya against future outbreaks that could affect both animals and humans.
Kenya comes up with livestock identification and traceability law to curb cattle rustling, enhance world markets access
The digital livestock identification and traceability system is expected to help curb theft, monitor health and improve food safety. Using RFID tags, it tracks animal movements and links ownership, aimed at enhancing local and international trade.
Kenya pushes for full implementation of African free trade area to eliminate cross-border barriers to livestock trade
Dr Solomon Munyua, a livestock trade expert noted that Africa imports livestock products worth about $10.2 billion annually, while exports account for only $3.4 billion, creating a trade deficit of roughly $6.8 billion.
