Ripple Effect Kenya Partners with West Pokot to Promote Climate-Smart Farming

Ripple Effect Kenya, led by Alfred Juma, Programme and Partnership Support Manager, visited the West Pokot County Department of Agriculture, Irrigation, Livestock, and Fisheries.

The team kicked off their visit with a tour of the County Fruit and Cash Crops Tree Nursery, where they learned about the county’s efforts to promote sustainable farming through tree planting and agroforestry.

They later joined the Boresha Mazingira Field Day in Ngoleyo sub location, an event showcasing innovative farming and livestock practices. Farmers and stakeholders participated in exhibitions and demonstrations focused on improving productivity and resilience to climate change.

The Boresha Mazingira Project, implemented in Mnagei and Kapenguria wards, is already making an impact by supporting 2,500 households through 40 community groups. The initiative is equipping farmers with the skills and tools they need to adopt sustainable farming practices.

Speaking at the event, Thomas Wasike, County Project Coordinator for the Emergency Locust Response Project (ELRP) who represented the county executive committee member for the department of agriculture irrigation livestock and fisheries Wilfred Longronyang, praised the farmers for embracing smart farming. He called on Ripple Effect Kenya and other partners to continue working together to achieve a food-secure, climate-resilient West Pokot.