Tea Remains Key as Kenya Agricultural Sector Value Reaches Sh1.75 Trillion

Kenya's agricultural sector's value grew to Sh1.75 trillion in 2025, despite a decrease in the production of key cash crops like tea and sugarcane, with farmers' overall earnings seeing a marginal increase in the same year. The sector's growth coincides with new government efforts to boost small and medium-sized enterprises in the nation's circular economy within the agri-food sector. Meanwhile, the construction of a modern market in Iten has significantly boosted youth employment, transforming the local economy and providing opportunities for hundreds of young people. These developments collectively highlight Kenya's evolving agricultural landscape, where traditional cash crops remain important while new economic opportunities emerge.