Kenya Dairy Board

11/08/2026

Driving Kenya’s Dairy Industry Forward. 🥛🇰🇪

The Kenya Dairy Board (KDB) and the Kenya Dairy Processors Association (KDPA) convened a high-level strategic dialogue to align priorities, address industry challenges and unlock new opportunities for growth across the dairy value chain.

Led by Ag. MD Dr. Kimutai Maritim and KDPA Interim Chairman Kenneth Gitonga, the engagement brought together CEOs and representatives of leading dairy processors from across the country.

The dialogue underscored a shared commitment to stronger industry collaboration, competitive markets, quality milk, value addition and improved outcomes for dairy farmers.

Together, we are building a resilient, competitive and farmer-driven dairy industry that creates jobs, strengthens livelihoods and contributes to Kenya’s economic growth.

Quality Milk for Health and Wealth. 🇰🇪🥛

25/07/2026

Kenya Dairy Board, led by Ag. Managing Director Dr. Kimutai Maritim, proudly joined the Meru Central Dairy Cooperative Union's 11th Annual Dairy Farmers Field Day, graced by H.E. Deputy President Prof. Kithure Kindiki, Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development Sen. Mutahi Kagwe, and Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSMEs Hon. Wycliffe Oparanya.

The dairy value chain tells a powerful story; one of transforming livelihoods, improving nutrition, creating jobs, and driving economic growth for thousands of farming families across Kenya.

Meru dairy farmers received a major boost with the announcement that the farm-gate milk price will increase to KSh 52 per litre effective 1st August 2026, alongside the commissioning of a low-cost feed mill that will significantly reduce production costs and improve farmer profitability. These interventions are expected to accelerate milk production, increase Meru Central Dairy Cooperative Union's daily milk intake towards the projected 1 million litres, and support the rollout of the Quality-Based Milk Payment System next year.

Kenya Dairy Board applauds the outstanding leadership of Meru Central Dairy Cooperative Union and the commitment of its dairy farmers. The cooperative's success demonstrates the impact of investing in farmer capacity building, value addition, and quality-driven production. We encourage dairy cooperatives across the country to emulate this model as we work together to build a more competitive, sustainable, and prosperous dairy sector.

25/07/2026

Watch Live, The 11th Annual Dairy Farmers Field Day.

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15/07/2026

Our Ag. Managing Director Dr. William Kimutai Maritim met India's High Commissioner yesterday to discuss deeper dairy cooperation, covering: processing equipment, lab/testing infrastructure, capacity building, and joint projects to boost productivity along Kenya's dairy value chain. 🇰🇪–🇮🇳

08/07/2026

🥛🇰🇪 Milk Powering Champions!

The Kenya Dairy Board has reaffirmed its commitment to supporting Kenya’s sporting excellence through a milk sponsorship package presented to the National Olympic Committee of Kenya (NOCK) ahead of the 2026 Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.

KDB Chairman Genesio Mugo handed over the sponsorship to Shadrack Maluki the NOCK President during an official visit to the training camp.

This partnership highlights the critical role of milk in providing quality nutrition for athletes and reflects a shared commitment to creating an enabling environment for as they prepare to proudly fly the Kenyan flag on the international stage.

Together, we are championing health, performance, and national pride; one glass of milk at a time. 🥛💪🇰🇪

26/06/2026

The Kenya Dairy Board in collaboration with Mukurweini Wakulima Dairy Cooperative Society organized for the Nyeri County Farmers' Field Day graced by CS Agriculture & Livestock Development, Sen. Mutahi Kagwe.

The CS underscored the importance of Quality-Based Milk Payment, where farmers are rewarded for producing safe, high-quality milk. He also encouraged value addition, stronger cooperatives, and adoption of modern technologies to increase productivity, incomes, and market access for dairy farmers.

The CS presided over the awarding the best dairy farmers under the cooperative who were presented with trophies and milk cans donated by Kenya Dairy Board and Mukurweini Wakulima Dairy Farmers Cooperative handover of milk coolers to Mukurweini Wakulima Dairy Farmers Limited, highlighting their role in preserving milk quality, reducing spoilage, and minimizing post-harvest losses.

25/06/2026

Kenya Dairy Board yesterday conducted an extensive public awareness roadshow across Nyeri County, covering Nyeri Town (King'ong'o, CBD, Kangemi, Kamakwa, Ruringu, Skuta and Gatitu), Karatina and its environs, Mukurweini-Gakindu, as well as Othaya Town and surrounding areas.

The sensitization campaign focused on promoting clean milk handling practices, educating stakeholders on the permit issuance process, highlighting the health risks associated with consumption of uncertified milk, and creating awareness on the disadvantages of informal milk marketing.

The public was also invited to attend the Nyeri County Farmers' Field Day scheduled for Friday, 26th June 2026, at Kiriti Stadium, Mukurweini, where farmers and industry stakeholders will have an opportunity to learn, network, and explore innovations within the dairy sector.

Together, we are promoting safe milk, informed consumers, and a stronger dairy industry.

24/06/2026

Today at Kondengel Comprehensive School in West Pokot County, Kenya Dairy Board proudly joined the First Lady's Voice of Children initiative. The Board had been coordinating and implementing the Pilot National School Milk Program through Her Excellency's Feed One End Hunger initiative.

Through partnerships with Brookside Dairy, Mt. Kenya Milk, Lato Milk and New KCC, the programme has reached 9 schools across 5 counties West Pokot, Nakuru, Migori, Makueni and Kilifi counties, improving nutrition, learning and learner well-being.

As a pilot programme, it demonstrates the power of milk in supporting education and child development.
Together, we share the dream of feeding one and ending hunger.

23/06/2026

📢 Your Voice Matters!

The Kenya Dairy Board is conducting a Stakeholder Survey to gather your views, experiences, and recommendations on the dairy sector.

Your feedback will help us improve our services, strengthen the dairy value chain, and shape policies and programmes that support sustainable growth in the industry.

We invite all dairy farmers, processors, traders, consumers, development partners, and other stakeholders to participate.

🔗 Take the survey here: https://forms.gle/56og39s8nwoFsuYdA

Together, let's build a stronger and more competitive dairy sector for Kenya.

21/06/2026

Happy Father's Day