Farmers in Uasin Gishu County are steadily rediscovering prosperity through coffee farming, following a bold revitalization drive spearheaded by Governor Dr. Jonathan Bii.

Once considered a marginal crop in the region, coffee is now emerging as a key economic lifeline, with more farmers embracing it as a sustainable and profitable venture.

Through the county coffee farming sensitization and free seedlings program, over 2,500 acres of the crop are under cultivation, marking a significant shift in agricultural diversification.

The coffee initiative aims to increase household incomes, strengthen value chains, and position Uasin Gishu as an emerging force in Kenya’s coffee sector.

In 2025 alone, Soy Sub-County recorded over KSh 50 million in coffee sales, a clear indicator of the crop’s growing economic potential. With the establishment of a pulping station, both quality and farmer incomes are expected to rise significantly, underscoring the need for enhanced post-harvest infrastructure in the area.

As the County Government of Uasin Gishu prepares to set up a coffee pulping station in Soy Sub-County’s Ziwa Sirikwa, Governor Bii led a technical team from the State Department of Agriculture alongside NAVCDP Uasin Gishu officials to assess several coffee farms in the area.

The planned facility is expected to enhance post-harvest handling, improve bean quality, and unlock better prices for farmers.

Speaking during the farm visits, Governor Bii reaffirmed his administration’s commitment to investing in infrastructure that supports farmers beyond production.

Dr Bii noted that value addition remains key to ensuring farmers earn more from their produce, adding that the pulping station will be a game-changer for smallholder farmers in Soy and the surrounding areas.

County Executive Committee Member for Agriculture Dr. Sam Kotut emphasized the county’s focus on strengthening the entire coffee value chain, noting that investments in processing infrastructure will directly translate to better earnings for farmers.

County Executive Committee Member for Lands, Edward Sawe, highlighted the importance of proper land use planning in supporting the expansion of coffee farming, adding that sustainable practices are key to long-term productivity.

Agriculture Chief Officer Eng. Abraham Kiptalam was also present, reiterating that the transformation is already evident at the grassroots, with farmers reporting improved earnings and renewed confidence in coffee farming.

As more acreage is brought under coffee, Uasin Gishu is steadily cementing its place among Kenya’s promising coffee-producing regions.