Author name: Martha Karuoya

IBMA Kenya’s Annual General Meeting, 2025

IBMA Kenya held its annual general meeting for 2025 where we reflected on the achievements of 2025 and set our sights on an ambitious 2026. Together, we plan to:🤝 Continue engaging regulators to refine the registration process for biological inputs🚜 Work closely with farmers to raise awareness and provide solutions for banned pesticides📜 Influence policy […]

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ISFAA’s Advocacy for Improving the Business Environment for Organic Input Manufacturers Reflection Workshop.

IBMA Kenya joined the Private Sector, Markets and Consumers Thematic Working Group (TWG), under the Intersectoral Forum on Agroecology and Agrobiodiversity (ISFAAKenya), Reflection Workshop alongside various partners and stakeholders. The workshop provided a valuable space to:▪️ Reflect on the TWG’s advocacy journey, achievements, challenges, and lessons learned.▪️ Jointly plan for the next phase of work

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KWS Sensitization Workshop on the Registration and Certification of Organic Input Manufacturers.

🌱 Strengthening the Organic Input Sector in Kenya IBMA Kenya members participated in the KWS Sensitization Workshop on the Registration and Certification of Organic Input Manufacturers, facilitated by ISFAA Kenya and the Biovision Foundation.We are deeply grateful to our members for showing up and contributing to these important discussions. Strengthening the biocontrol industry is essential

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Stakeholders Meeting: Q3 Meeting 2025

IBMA Kenya board members convened at Real IPM Kenya for our Q3 meeting. The session was dedicated to cementing strategic plans that will strengthen our role in advancing biocontrol, biostimulants, and biofertilizers across Kenya. A big thank you to our hosts at Real IPM Kenya and to all board members for their dedication and collaborative

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Naivasha Hortifair 2025

🌱 IBMA Kenya at Naivasha HortiFair 2025! 🌱 A heartfelt thank you to everyone who stopped by our stand during the Naivasha Horticultural Fair on 19th & 20th September. Your interest, conversations, and shared commitment to advancing biocontrol solutions and sustainable agriculture inspire us to keep pushing for safer, innovative solutions for sustainable agriculture. We

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Stakeholder Sensitization Workshop on the Registration and Certification of Organic Input Manufacturers

🌱 Strengthening the Organic Input Sector in Kenya The Private Sector Markets and Consumers Thematic Working Group of the Intersectoral Forum on Agroecology and Agrobiodiversity (ISFAAKenya) brought together regulators and stakeholders for the Sensitization Workshop for Organic Input Manufacturers. ▪️ IBMA Kenya shared insights on its role in advancing biocontrol and the regulatory bodies it

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ISFAA’S Policy Brief Progress Review Meeting

IBMA Kenya joined fellow stakeholders at ISFAA‘s Private Sector Markets & Consumers TWG meeting to reflect on progress since the launch of the Cultivating an Enabling Business Environment for the Organic Inputs Sector in Kenya policy brief and to chart the way forward for Kenya’s organic inputs sector. A key focus was on post‑launch activities

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KWS Licensing Working Group: Progress Review Meeting

The IBMA Kenya KWS Licensing Working Group convened to review progress, challenges, and strategic direction in its ongoing engagements with the Kenya Wildlife Service (KWS) and the Wildlife Research and Training Institute (WRTI) who are key regulators of microorganisms used in biocontrol. 🔍 Discussion Highlights:▪️ Updates on deliberations on Prior Informed Consent (PIC) and Mutually

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Stakeholder Meeting on Enhancing Pest Control Solutions for Minor Crops

IBMA Kenya joined FPEAK’s stakeholder meeting alongside growers, exporters, the Pest Control Products Board and fellow pesticide and biopesticide manufacturers. The focus was on overcoming the persistent registration gap for pest control products targeting minor crops such as herbs, berries, summer flowers and cuttings. ✅ Key Highlights from the DayEngaged with PCPB on streamlined registration

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