Coffee Directorate is a Directorate under the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) established under the Agriculture and Food Authority Act of 2013. Working within AFA, the Directorate plays a crucial role in promoting the development of the coffee industry in Kenya and ensuring that it remains a vital contributor to the country’s economy.
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…
