Agriculture Policy
Building a food-secure Kenya through modern, sustainable, and profitable agriculture
Agriculture is one of the key drivers of economic growth. DAP-K will promote Agricultural development as the basis of modernizing Kenya.
Our Agricultural Strategy
Increase Budget Allocation
Increase budget allocation in Agriculture from the current 3% to 10% of the National Budget as per the Malabo declaration ratified by Kenya.
Farm Input Subsidies
Provide subsidies to essential farm inputs to enable farmers conduct business at affordable costs, increasing productivity and turning farming into a profitable venture.
Value Addition Programmes
Increase value addition programmes to increase farm-gate prices for farmers, creating more jobs for our youth.
Irrigation Projects
Increase irrigation projects through construction of dams to increase acreage of arable land, ensuring food security.
Agricultural Research
Allocate 1% of Agriculture budget towards research and development to increase agricultural productivity.
National & County Collaboration
Develop a clear collaboration framework between national government and county governments to ensure benefits reach small holder farmers who produce 70% of the country's food.
Marketing Strategies
Develop and promote strong marketing strategies for foreign earner agricultural products such as tea, coffee, and flowers.
Farm Mechanization
Exempt tax on imported farm machinery to enhance mechanized farming and increase productivity.
Key Outcomes
- Increased household income
- More jobs for our youth
- Food security for all Kenyans
- Sustainable agricultural growth