The Kenyan government has announced a significant price reduction for sexed semen, from Ksh2,900 to Ksh1,000, following a deal with the United Kingdom, aimed at boosting milk productivity for dairy farmers.

• The price drop of Ksh1,900 per unit of sexed semen is expected to significantly increase adoption among dairy farmers.
• The agreement was reached between Genus ABS, a UK-based animal genetics company, and the Kenya Animal Genetic Resources Centre (KAGRC), spearheaded by Principal Secretary, State Department of Livestock Development Jonathan Mueke.
• This initiative aligns with President Ruto's agricultural agenda to improve food security and modernize farming, with the goal of increasing milk yields and reducing reliance on imported dairy products.