Kenya's Organic Agriculture Sector Gathers to Expand Market Access
Kenya is hosting the 4th Kenya National Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) Workshop in Nairobi to discuss community-based certification in organic farming.
In Brief
- •Kenya is hosting the 4th Kenya National Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) Workshop in Nairobi to discuss community-based certification in organic farming.
- •The workshop, themed 'Developing Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) as a Core Enabler of Agroecological Transformation', brings together representatives from 35 approved Kilimohai PGS groups and various civil society organizations.
- •Kenya currently has over 4,000 farmers participating in PGS groups, with land under organic management reaching 176,200 hectares in 2024 and an annual turnover of KSh545.7 million.
Why It Matters
The expansion of Kenya's organic agriculture sector is crucial for promoting sustainable farming practices and building resilient food systems. By strengthening collaboration among farmers, civil society groups, and market actors, the workshop aims to enhance consumer trust, widen market opportunities for organically produced food, and support more resilient food systems. This initiative is particularly significant for smallholder farmers who may face barriers to conventional certification.
Key Details
- Number of Participants
- More than 50
- Number of Approved Kilimohai PGS Groups
- 35
- Number of Farmers in PGS Groups
- Over 4,000
- Land Under Organic Management (2024)
- 176,200 hectares
- Annual Turnover (2024)
- KSh545.7 million
Context & Background
The workshop follows the growth of Kenya's organic agriculture sector, which has seen an increase in land under organic management and annual turnover. Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) provide an alternative approach to organic certification, particularly for smallholder farmers targeting local markets.
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