{"id":12520,"date":"2025-04-17T17:03:40","date_gmt":"2025-04-17T14:03:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/?p=12520"},"modified":"2025-04-17T17:03:40","modified_gmt":"2025-04-17T14:03:40","slug":"uasin-gishu-county-gears-up-for-main-slaughterhouse-renovation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/uasingishu.go.ke\/index.php\/uasin-gishu-county-gears-up-for-main-slaughterhouse-renovation","title":{"rendered":"UASIN GISHU COUNTY GEARS UP FOR MAIN SLAUGHTERHOUSE RENOVATION"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

The County Government of Uasin Gishu on Thursday brought together key players in the livestock and meat industry for a high-impact stakeholder engagement forum aimed at discussing the upcoming renovation of the county’s main slaughterhouse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Held at Eldoret’s main slaughterhouse, the session highlighted the county\u2019s plans to upgrade the facility into a modern, hygienic and efficient meat processing centre, a move expected to boost food safety, improve working conditions, and enhance value addition for livestock farmers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Among the critical renovations planned are plumbing and drainage overhauls, the construction of a new condemnation pit, a manure shade and upgraded holding lyrages. Also on the blueprint are a standing box, tripaly installations, CCTV surveillance, new wiring systems, and dedicated shots for goats and sheep.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Speaking during the engagement, Livestock Development Chief Officer Nixon Cheplong, accompanied by Director Veterinary Services Dr. Philip Biamah, emphasized the need for a modernized facility that meets both national and international standards.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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“We\u2019re not just renovating but we are transforming this slaughterhouse into a model of excellence because this is a game-changer for our farmers, traders, and the entire meat value chain,” said Cheplong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Stakeholders welcomed the initiative, citing improved hygiene, better animal handling and enhanced traceability as some of the long-term benefits, adding that the inclusion of soak pits and modern waste management features also signals the county\u2019s commitment to environmental sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

On his part, Director of Veterinary Services Dr. Biamah reaffirmed his pledge to work closely with industry stakeholders throughout the renovation process, ensuring transparency, inclusivity and maximum impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Construction is expected to begin on Wednesday, 23rd April 2025.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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