Kenya’s mechanisation falls short of global standards, says KNCCI

Kenya’s agricultural sector is facing a mechanisation shortfall, according to the Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI). KNCCI’s latest assessment indicates the country lags behind global standards in farm equipment adoption. The gap is attributed to limited investment in modern machinery and insufficient policy support. Smallholder farmers continue to rely on manual labor and outdated tools. This lag hampers productivity growth and competitiveness in regional markets. KNCCI urges the government and private sector to accelerate mechanisation initiatives. Proposed actions include incentives for equipment imports and financing schemes for farmers. Stakeholders are watching for policy responses that could narrow the mechanisation gap.