Unveiling Opportunities: Join Us at the 5th Organic Business Workshop! The Kenya Organic Agriculture Network (KOAN) is at the forefront of Kenya’s organic agriculture sector, providing essential guidance and professional advisory services to members and stakeholders. Our focus spans organic production, technical training, marketing, certification, and policy matters. In line with our mission, we’re thrilled to announce our 5th Annual Organic Business Workshop, aimed at enhancing market connections within the organic sector. Globally, the organic industry is experiencing remarkable growth, eme ..read more

We are thrilled to announce that the Kenya Organic Agriculture Network (KOAN) is a supporting partner of the 7th Edition of the Africa Agri Expo (AAE), organized by the TAB Group under the patronage of the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development. This is a cornerstone event in Africa’s agricultural landscape. The expo is scheduled to take place on 19th and 20th February 2024 at the Sarit Expo Centre, in Nairobi, Kenya. The TAB Group have extended a special discount for local Kenyan Companies amounting to $USD 3,000 for a 9m2 area. The event stands as a pivotal gathering, uniting po ..read more

THE 2nd KENYA NATIONAL PGS WORKSHOP Date : Friday 17th November 2023 Venue : Sports View Hotel Kasarani Time : 9.00am – 4.00pm Goal : Improved farmers’ livelihoods driven by an increased organic market value and effective organic sector services being part of a well-coordinated sector. Objectives: To develop strong PGS systems for greater transparency and guarantee of Kilimohai Organic Produce. To provide opportunity for improved networking among PGS groups in Kenya. To create a platform for cross learning about the opportunities and best practices in PGS. Participants: PGS group representa ..read more

Africert Limited is a certification company with accreditation and endorsements from various standard owners in the Agribusiness sector. They are known for their commitment to providing consistent, high-quality certification services, distinguishing them in the industry. Inspections and verifications are led by internationally accredited personnel to ensure adherence to the highest standards. This dedicated team brings extensive experience to the certification process, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of production systems within the agricultural sector and their alignment with spe ..read more

The Kilimohai Organic mark is a certification for organic produce and processed products in East Africa. It is endorsed by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) and is based on the East African Organic Products Standard (EAOPS). This certification is a product of the Kenya Organic Agriculture Network (KOAN), an organization dedicated to promoting organic farming in Kenya and East Africa. It guarantees that agricultural crops are cultivated without the use of chemical inputs and undergo a thorough review and verification process by specialized inspectors to ensure compliance with the Kilimohai O ..read more

Organic certification is a process by which agricultural products, including crops and livestock, are verified to have been grown or raised according to specific standards and practices defined by organic farming principles. These principles typically include: Avoidance of Synthetic Inputs: Organic farming prohibits the use of synthetic chemicals such as synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and genetically modified organisms (GMOs). Soil Health and Conservation: Organic practices emphasize soil health through techniques like crop rotation, composting, and the use of natural fertilize ..read more

Mary took on the responsibility of representing our team at the highly anticipated Project Inception and Kickoff Meeting for the Integrated Sustainable Production of Tomatoes (ISPOT) in Kenya Phase II. The meeting was held on the 30th and 31st of May 2023 at the Mara Frontier Hotel in Narok, Kenya. This pivotal gathering served as the foundation for the implementation of the ISPOT Phase II project in two counties, namely Kirinyaga and Narok. The primary objective of the meeting was to unite stakeholders and foster a shared understanding of the project’s scope, timeline, and respective roles. B ..read more

The inauguration of the Muranga agroecology policy and ACT on March 9th, 2023 will forever be etched in the annals of history as the pioneering county in Kenya to adopt a policy and act exclusively focused on agroecology. This occasion marked a momentous milestone and set the precedent for the agroecology movement and proponents in Kenya and around the world. The launch event, jointly organized by the Muranga County Government, the Institute for Culture and Ecology (ICE), and stakeholders associated with the Muranga Agroecology Multistakeholder Platform, aimed to provide a platform for agroeco ..read more

The implementation of the Participatory Market Chain Approach (PMCA) methodology has demonstrated immense potential in revolutionizing the organic industry throughout Kenya. During the trial period implemented in the COVID-19 pandemic years (2020-2022), a lot happened and much more was started.  Among these notable achievements, was the establishment and growth of the Kangari Organic Farmers Markets (KOFAM) and the Gatanga Organic Farmers Market (GOFAM). Due to the imposed travel restrictions, organic products that were primarily destined for the Nairobi market faced significant challenge ..read more

We are thrilled to share the news of our partnership with Greenspoon Supermarket. As part of this collaboration, we are delighted to provide a 10% discount on all Kilimohai Organic certified products offered at Greenspoon. Furthermore, Greenspoon is actively pursuing additional certified organic suppliers. Their dedication to promoting organic practices means they are actively seeking collaborations with certified farms and processors. This creates a valuable opportunity for you as well as the farmers you certify. We would appreciate your support in providing us with a comprehensive list of yo ..read more