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Miraa
in Kenya

Different grades of miraa are grown locally, with consumers having their preferences based on various factors, primarily taste and price. Learn more about this popular crop.

Pyrethrum Farming
in Kenya

Kenya remains a key producer with growing investment in 18 counties, led by Nakuru, Nyandarua, West Pokot, and Bomet among others.

Cotton Farming
in Kenya

Cotton is a vital industrial and smallholder cash crop grown in 21 counties across Kenya. It supports the textile and apparel industries by providing raw materials for ginneries, mills, and diverse by-products.

Sisal
in Kenya

Sisal is one of Kenya’s top export crops. It thrives in semi-arid regions and is valued for its strong, durable fibres.

Bixa
Farming

Bixa, or annatto, is a Kenyan-grown perennial shrub producing bixin, a red dye used in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals. Known for its high yield, Bixa is Kenya’s second-largest export after Peru.

Miraa Pyrethrum Fibre & Other Industrial Crops Directorate

Miraa Pyrethrum Fibre and Other Industrial Crops Directorate (MPFICD) is one of the Directorates created under the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA), whose mandate is to develop, regulate and promote miraa, pyrethrum, fibre and other industrial crops as provided for in the AFA Act No. 13 of 2013 and the Crops Act No. 16 of 2013. The functions of the Directorate are also aligned to the Constitution of Kenya 2010 and Vision 2030.

The Directorate collaborates with stakeholders to ensure sustainable development, effective regulation, and the promotion of respective value chains for economic growth.

Aug82025

Enhancing Miraa Export Operations at JKIA

August 8, 2025

The Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) convened a consultative meeting at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) with key stakeholders in the

Jul232025

KENYA MIRAA CLEARED TO ACCESS DJIBOUTI MARKET

July 23, 2025

Jul32025

CS KAGWE VISIT TO PPCK IN NAKURU. PHOTO BY MAMO GUYO- AGRICULTURE AND FOOD AUTHORITY

CS KAGWE INAUGURATES PPCK BOARD OF DIRECTORS

July 3, 2025

GOVERNMENT COMMITED TO REVITALIZE PYRETHRUM SECTOR

Other Industrial Crops

Bixa and cacao are emerging high-value crops with growing industrial demand. Bixa provides natural dye for food, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals, while cacao is the key ingredient in chocolate and skincare products. Both offer strong potential for export and value addition.

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