Department of Agriculture, Livestock, and Cooperatives - Bomet County.

28/08/2026

‎ CREATES Team Pays Courtesy Call to Agriculture Department
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‎Staff from IUCN Musoma, Tanzania, under the Climate Resilient Eastern African Transboundary Water Management for Environmental Sustainability (CREATES) programme, paid a courtesy call to the Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Cooperatives, where they were received by Chief Officer Agriculture, Dr. Kibet Sitienei.
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‎The engagement focused on strengthening climate-resilient and cooperative water management, particularly within the shared Mara Basin between Kenya and Tanzania, as part of efforts to promote environmental sustainability across Eastern Africa.
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20/08/2026

‎Bomet County Earns Silver Award for NAVCDP Implementation
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‎Bomet County Government has been ranked second among counties implementing the National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP), earning a Silver Award for strong performance in project implementation and delivery of results.
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‎The recognition underscores Bomet’s commitment to effective implementation of NAVCDP programmes and improved agricultural value chains for the benefit of farmers.
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‎County Government of Bomet Delivering Results for Farmers.

19/08/2026

05/08/2026

‎The Department of Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries today held a staff meeting bringing together all Fisheries Department personnel at the Agricultural Training Centre (ATC) to review departmental performance and strengthen strategies for improved service delivery.
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‎The meeting was chaired by the Chief Officer for Agriculture, Dr. Kibet Sitienei, who emphasized the importance of professionalism, accountability, teamwork, and the timely resolution of farmers' concerns. He also called on staff to strengthen extension services and remain committed to delivering quality, farmer-centred services.
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‎Present was the Director of Fisheries, Felix Lagat, alongside Fisheries Department staff.
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‎The Department remains committed to enhancing service delivery, improving productivity, and promoting sustainable fisheries development across Bomet County.

29/07/2026

‎Performance Contract Signing
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‎The Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Cooperatives has today signed its 2026/2027 Performance Contract, reaffirming its commitment to accountable, efficient and results-oriented service delivery in line with the development agenda of Governor Prof. Hillary Barchok, EGH.
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‎The performance contract outlines clear, measurable targets drawn from the County's Annual Development Plan (ADP), departmental work plans and approved budget, with the aim of enhancing service delivery, strengthening the agricultural sector, promoting cooperative development and improving the livelihoods of farmers across Bomet County.
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‎The exercise was led by the CECM for Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Cooperatives, Hon. Ambrose Koech, and marks a significant step towards ensuring transparency, accountability and high performance within the department. The performance contracting process will be cascaded to Chief Officers, Directors and all staff through performance appraisals.
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‎Present during the signing were Chief Officer for Agriculture Dr. Kibet Sitienei, Chief Officer for Cooperatives CPA Benard Koros and Director fisheries Felix lagat.
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09/07/2026

The County Government of Bomet through the department of Agriculture livestock and fisheries, in partnership with HarvestPlus, has introduced a pilot contract farming programme for High Iron Beans (HIB). The initiative seeks to improve farmers' access to reliable markets while promoting the production of biofortified beans

The programme was launched by the CECM for Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Ambrose Koech, on Wednesday in Kipreres Ward and on Thursday in Chebunyo Ward. During the launch, he encouraged farmers to embrace High Iron Bean farming because it generates income and provides food for families

HarvestPlus Programme Officer Mr. Gideon Kipchumba encouraged farmers to embrace the contract farming arrangement, describing it as one of the best approaches to securing a reliable market for their produce. He noted that the programme would motivate farmers to increase production while improving their incomes

Through the contract farming arrangement, participating farmers are guaranteed a ready market for their harvest. This reduces marketing challenges, minimizes post-harvest losses, and gives farmers greater confidence to increase bean production .The programme also promotes the adoption of High Iron Beans, which are rich in iron and essential nutrients, helping to improve nutrition and food security

In attendance included the CECM for Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries, Hon. Ambrose Koech, Bomet County Crops Officer Mr. Dennis Mutai, HarvestPlus Programme Officer Mr. Gideon Kipchumba, Bomet East Crops Officer Mr. Isaiah Ronoh, Chepalungu Sub-County Agricultural Officer Mr. Tangus, and Chebunyo Ward Agricultural Officer Mr. Nehemiah Langat.