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Ocean Beach Hotel, Malindi
JKP Agricultural Revitalization Summit
The Jumuiya ya Kaunti za Pwani Agricultural Revitalization Summit commenced at Ocean Beach Hotel, Malindi. This milestone event was officiated by Hon. Mutahi Kagwe, Cabinet Secretary of Agriculture and Livestock and organized by the Agriculture Food Authority.
The summit brought together the JKP Governors, Government Agency stakeholders, Agriculture experts, development partners and private sector.
The discussions were very vibrant in bringing forward critical issues aimed at advancing agricultural interventions in the region. Discussions centered around promotion of Climate Smart Agriculture, Value Addition and how National Government and County Governments can work together to deepen regional collaboration.
CS Sen. Mutahi Kagwe has urged Kenyans to reflect on land subdivision and what it means for the future of farming, food security, and economic growth. Speaking in Malindi, he noted that as land continues to be divided into smaller portions, it becomes harder to support mechanization, attract investment, and fully unlock agriculture's potential. Kagwe called for a shared effort between farmers, counties, and investors to build stronger value chains, especially through local processing of crops like cashew and coconut, to create jobs and expand opportunity at the Coast.
Key Focus Areas
Climate Smart Agriculture
Sustainable farming practices that increase productivity and build resilience to climate change
Value Addition
Processing and packaging agricultural products to increase market value and farmer incomes
Regional Collaboration
Strengthening partnership between National and County Governments for agricultural transformation
The summit marks a significant step towards growth of the agricultural sector and ensuring the coastal region makes action-driven steps to realize the great potential that it possesses in agriculture and agribusiness.
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