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Stakeholders Meeting: Q2/SWOT Analysis Meeting 2025

IBMA Kenya had an insightful Q2 meeting, where the board members came together to reflect, refine, and reimagine our path forward. A central highlight of the session was a comprehensive SWOT analysis, a collective effort that laid bare the associationโ€™s strengths, opportunities, weaknesses, and threats. From the untapped potential in farmer education to regulatory bottlenecks […]

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The Launch of the Policy Brief titled Cultivating an Enabling Business Environment for the Organic Inputs Sector In Kenya

IBMA Kenya contributed to the ๐—ฃ๐—ผ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ฐ๐˜† ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ถ๐—ฒ๐—ณ ๐—ผ๐—ป ๐—–๐˜‚๐—น๐˜๐—ถ๐˜ƒ๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—ฎ๐—ป ๐—˜๐—ป๐—ฎ๐—ฏ๐—น๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ด ๐—•๐˜‚๐˜€๐—ถ๐—ป๐—ฒ๐˜€๐˜€ ๐—˜๐—ป๐˜ƒ๐—ถ๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐—ป๐—บ๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜ ๐—ณ๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐˜๐—ต๐—ฒ ๐—ข๐—ฟ๐—ด๐—ฎ๐—ป๐—ถ๐—ฐ ๐—œ๐—ป๐—ฝ๐˜‚๐˜๐˜€ ๐—ฆ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ผ๐—ฟ ๐—ถ๐—ป ๐—ž๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜†๐—ฎ! The policy brief highlights key challenges identified through a recent study on the organic inputs sector and outlines proposed recommendations to address them. The brief is a blueprint for transforming how we produce, regulate, and

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The 10th Agritec Africa Expo

We had an incredible opportunity at Agritec Africa Expo, engaging with industry leaders, innovators, farmers and stakeholders passionate about shaping the future of agriculture. The conversations around sustainable pest management solutions are more relevant than ever, and IBMA member companies are at the forefront of driving change. The discussions were exciting as we empowered farmers

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The Regional Consultation Meeting of CABI’s Africa Member Countries

The discussions during the Regional Consultation Meeting were centered on partnerships, impact strategies, and the future of bioprotection.Key highlights were :โœ… Exploring CABIโ€™s Strategy 2023-2025 & Extension to 2028โœ… Discussions on regional priorities and collaboration frameworksโœ… Perspectives on sustainable pest management and pesticide risk reduction, CABIโ€™s approach to pesticide risk reduction cuts across three steps:

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Consultative Meeting on Challenges in Pest Control for Minor Crops

Kenyaโ€™s minor crop sector is a key contributor to the horticultural industry, yet growers and exporters face persistent challenges due to limited registered pest control products (PCPs). During the Consultative Meeting, stakeholders including PEST CONTROL PRODUCTS BOARD, HCD, Kenya Flower Council, Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO), Fresh Produce Exporters Association of Kenya, IBMA,

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International Day for Biological Diversity 2025

Today we celebrate the incredible tapestry of life that sustains our planet. Biodiversity isnโ€™t just about the variety of plants and animalsโ€”itโ€™s also about harnessing natureโ€™s own solutions for a healthier, more sustainable and secure future. One profound example is the innovative use of microbes, plant extracts and beneficial insects for use as biopesticides biofertilizers

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Curtain Raiser Ceremony of Agritec Africa 2025

IBMA Kenya had the incredible opportunity to participate in the Curtain Raiser for Agritec Africa 2025, setting the stage for what promises to be a transformative event for Africaโ€™s agricultural sector! This yearโ€™s theme,โ€œImproving Farmersโ€™ Income Through Technology,โ€ underscores the power of innovation in driving #sustainable and impactful change. We are thrilled to announce that

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The 2nd Eastern Africa Agroecology Conference held from 25th to 28th March 2025 at the Argyle Grand Hotel, Nairobi

Key observations from the conference: The conference was organized by the Biovision Africa Trust and the Knowledge Centre for Organic Agriculture. The theme of the conference was, Strengthening Agri-Food System Transformation for Resilience, Sustainability and Socioeconomic Development. It aimed to discuss political and policy changes for a fair, healthy, and regenerative food system in Africa.

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Stakeholders Meeting: Office Bearers Handover Meeting

The purpose of the meeting was to facilitate the transition of members elected into the new leadership structure as discussed during the Quarter 1 meeting. IBMA Kenya adopted a new leadership structure to align with that of IBMA Global, creating a Board and a Council. The board will consist of the following members:โœ… President: Hamish

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