The strategic decision aims to maximize national staple grain yields, particularly wheat and barley, while streamlining input supply chains for farmers across the country.
Kenya has positioned itself as East Africa’s leading supplier of raw barley, with exports estimated at 39,997 tonnes in 2025.
The new agreement aims to cut imports by improving seed development, grain quality and support for farmers as demand from breweries continues to rise.
Barley shortfall will push imports to about 1.7 million tonnes to satisfy domestic feed demand, particularly from livestock producers.
While corn is under pressure, Bulgaria’s wheat harvest has improved, rising an estimated 8.5%.