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 4 counties with plans to expand throughout the entire LREB region.

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.