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September 30, 2026
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How irrigation schemes will drive Kenya's next farming push

How irrigation schemes will drive Kenya's next farming push

Government selects 10 irrigation schemes covering 14,819 acres for a pilot programme targeting 52,115 farmers through better production, financing, technology and market access...

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Kenya is transforming its irrigation schemes into commercial farming hubs to boost agricultural production and farmer incomes. A new pilot program aims to address challenges limiting irrigated land use by integrating production with finance, technology, and market access.

  • 10 irrigation schemes covering 14,819 acres and involving 52,115 farmers have been selected for the pilot.
  • The State Department for Irrigation is leading the initiative, working with various government agencies, county governments, development partners, and the private sector.
  • The program will focus on crops like rice, maize, horticulture, vegetables, pulses, potatoes, onions, and avocado, linking farmers to processors, exporters, and other buyers to ensure direct market access and reduce post-harvest losses.

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