Nairobi: The government is committed to accelerating the revival of Kenya's pyrethrum sector through strategic collaboration. Agriculture Principal Secretary Kipronoh Ronoh has said the government's deliberations are focused on the crop's immense potential to uplift rural economies and serve as a critical input for the pesticide and allied industries.
According to Kenya News Agency, Ronoh made the remarks at Kilimo House, Nairobi during a consultative meeting with the leadership of the Pyrethrum Processing Company of Kenya (PPCK), led by Chairman Granton Samboja, to chart a progressive path for the sector's revival. "With pyrethrum cultivation spanning 19 counties, this initiative represents a decisive step toward agricultural revitalization and inclusive economic growth," he said.
The PS emphasized the importance of robust private sector participation, with the government assuming a facilitative role as both regulator and promoter. "This milestone engagement reinforces the government's unwavering commitment to farmer empowerment, agricultural transformation, and sustainable economic growth," he added.
Discussions centered on revitalizing the pyrethrum sector, with an emphasis on strategic interventions and developing a robust, actionable roadmap to restore the sector's productivity and competitiveness. Ronoh noted that as part of the agreed next steps, a comprehensive technical report outlining key measures and implementation timelines will be submitted within three weeks to guide the execution phase.
He stated that the Board and management were tasked with developing a comprehensive sector revival strategy within three weeks. "The strategy will evaluate various transformative approaches, including privatization, as a possible lever to unlock the full potential of this once-thriving industry," he concluded.