Coffee was first introduced in Kenya in 1893 and is currently grown in 33 counties. Kenya mainly produces the Arabica variety of coffee, although small quantities of the Robusta variety are also grown in some parts of the country. Since the introduction of the crop into the country, Kenya has grown to become the fifth…
Cheers to the beverage that fuels our conversations and sparks our creativity. Join us as we celebrate #InternationalCoffeeDay2024 under theme “Coffee: Your Daily Ritual, Our Shared Journey.” This year’s celebration is taking place at Kirinyaga County Cooperative Union Limited, Kirinyaga County. Happy International Coffee Day!
Agriculture and Food Authority Board Chairperson Hon. Cornelly Serem, today presided over the International Coffee Day celebrations held at Kirinyaga County Cooperative Union Limited, Kirinyaga County. Hon. Serem emphasized on the crucial role played by the coffee industry in Kenya’s economy and reiterated the Government’s commitment towards driving the coffee reform agenda and putting in…
AFA-Coffee Directorate is pleased to announce the 2024 calendar for international coffee trade shows and fairs is now out. These events offer a valuable platform for stakeholders in the coffee industry to connect, network, and explore the latest trends, innovations, and market opportunities. The 2024 calendar features a diverse range of events held in various…
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CS Karanja embraces the coffee culture at the AFA Strategic Plan launch.
Coffee Kenya Mark of Origin is used as a certification Mark with regard to coffee whose origin is Kenya and has been produced in accordance to the Kenya Coffee Standards and Coffee industry Code of practice.
H.E. the Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on 25th September, 2023 convened a Coffee consultative meeting. Present in the meeting were the Head of Public Service Felix Koskei, Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSMEs Simon Chelugui, PS for Trade Alfred K’Ombudo, PS for Crop Development MOALD, Kello Harsama, and PS Cooperatives Patrick Kilemi, the Chairperson of…
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Dr Benson Apuoyo is the deputy director, market research and product development at the Coffee Directorate. He spoke to Seeds of Gold on the status of the coffee industry, what can be done to boost local consumption of the produce and how farmers can adequately respond to effects of climate change. Paint the picture of the current…