Taita Taveta County has equipped 95 agripreneurs with digital devices including tablets, projectors, and power banks to enhance agricultural extension services throughout its 20 wards. This initiative is part of the National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP) aimed at improving farmers’ access to information and markets.
After completing specialized training, the agripreneurs are now able to share vital farming information, facilitate access to financial services, and introduce new agricultural technologies to producers, especially in remote and hard-to-reach areas.
Expanding Agricultural Reach through Youth
Governor Andrew Mwadime highlighted that engaging young agripreneurs has broadened the county’s capacity to deliver services to farmers who face challenges due to distance and terrain. Deputy Governor Christine Kilalo emphasized the role of agripreneurship in creating employment and supplementary income for both youth and farmers.
County Agriculture Executive Dawson Katuu noted the positive impact of the program on farmers’ access to production and market information, financial services, and modern farming methods.
Farmers Mobilized and Supported
- Agripreneurs are actively mobilizing farmers and providing digital extension services within their wards.
- Beneficiaries like Rose Shighadi from Ngolia expressed optimism that the training and equipment will improve service delivery and income opportunities.
- NAVCDP coordinator Andrew Mbinga encouraged farmers to join ward-based agricultural SACCOs to leverage emerging sector opportunities.
This digital approach addresses gaps where traditional agricultural officers cannot regularly reach farmers, ensuring wider dissemination of information and support to boost agricultural productivity across Taita Taveta County.
