Functions of the Ministry

The Ministry’s core functions include:

i). Formulation, implementation and monitoring of agricultural legislations, regulations and policies

ii). Supporting agricultural research and promoting technology delivery

iii). Facilitating and representing agricultural state corporations in the government

iv). Development, implementation and coordination of programmes in the agricultural sector

v). Regulating and quality control of inputs, produce and products from the agricultural sector

vi). Management and control of pests and diseases

vii). Collecting, maintaining and managing information on agricultural sector

Vision

A food secure and prosperous nation anchored on innovative, competitive and commercially oriented agriculture and co-operatives sector.

Mission

To create an enabling environment for sustainable food and nutrition security, sustainable co-operatives sector and improved livelihoods for all Kenyans