Kenya has partnered with Italy to construct a coffee training centre at the Coffee Research Institute, in a move aimed at revitalizing the country’s coffee sector and improving productivity, quality, and climate resilience.
Speaking during the groundbreaking ceremony, Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe said the government is targeting to double coffee production from the current 49,000 metric tonnes.
He noted that this will be achieved through increased investment in farmer training, research, and strategic partnerships.
Kagwe added that the initiative is expected to promote value addition, expand market opportunities, and encourage the spread of coffee farming into new regions beyond the traditional highlands.
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He also emphasized the importance of farmer-centered financing models that reduce production costs and reflect the realities of agricultural cycles. He called on financial institutions to design flexible and responsive financial products tailored to farmers’ needs.
The Cabinet Secretary further highlighted the role of research in strengthening the sector, noting that the
Director General for Development Cooperation at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and International Cooperation Stefano Gatti described the partnership as timely and mutually beneficial. He pointed to the shared cultural significance of coffee between the two countries and its potential to improve farmer incomes while enhancing bilateral cooperation.
The project is expected to play a key role in modernizing Kenya’s coffee industry and positioning it for greater competitiveness in the global market.
By Obegi Malack
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