Empowering Farmers in Kenya

Farmers working with Ke Devries field agents

Our Operational Model

How we transform livelihoods across the Lake Region

Three-Pillar Approach

Input Ecosystem

Farm input distribution
  • Network of 140+ rural stockists across LREB region
  • 10% input credit system to support farmers
  • Government-backed subsidized fertilizer programs
  • Last-mile delivery of quality seeds and fertilizers

Knowledge Transfer

Agronomist training farmers
  • Team of 6 specialized field agronomists with 60+ years combined experience
  • Farmer field schools with demonstration plots
  • Mobile extension services via motorcycle fleet
  • Climate-smart agricultural practices training

Market Linkages

Farmers selling products at market
  • Contract farming with Kenya Breweries Limited for sorghum
  • Post-harvest management training to maintain quality
  • Digital market platforms connecting buyers and sellers
  • Fair price negotiation and bulk selling advantages

Technology Adoption

Hermetic storage bags

Hermetic Solutions

Our partnership with Grain-Pro enables smallholder farmers to access hermetic storage bags that create an airtight environment, protecting crops from pests and mold.

Impact:

  • 30% reduction in post-harvest losses
  • 3-6 month extended storage time
  • Improved grain quality and market value
Digital POS system

Digital Integration

We leverage technology to improve efficiency and transparency across our entire operation, from stockist management to farmer services.

Systems:

  • POS systems for 140+ rural stockists
  • Mobile monitoring for field activities
  • Digital farmer registration and tracking

Our Impact

12,000+

General Agriculture Farmers

4,200+

Horticulture & Poultry Farmers

70%

Women Farmers

43%

Market Share in Homa Bay

Our Coverage

Map of LREB counties

Lake Region Economic Bloc

Ke Devries currently operates across the entire LREB with plans to expand throughout the entire country.

Current Operations:

  • Homa Bay (36 stockists)
  • Migori (13 stockists)
  • Siaya & Kisumu (27 stockists)
  • Nyamira (7 stockists)
  • Kisii (4 stockists)

Expansion Plans:

  • Bomet
  • Bungoma
  • Busia
  • Kakamega
  • Transnzoia

Ready to partner with Ke Devries?

Whether you're a farmer looking for support or a business interested in our distribution network, we're here to help.