Governor Stephen Sang Leads Graduation of Climate-Smart Agriculture Facilitators in Nandi
The initiative, supported by the Green Climate Fund under the TUNZA Project, is being implemented by the Food and Agriculture Organization in collaboration with the Government of Kenya. It focuses on strengthening resilience among farmers while promoting sustainable and low-carbon agricultural practices.
Speaking during the event, Sang said the program is transforming six priority value chains—dairy, poultry, coffee, tea, fruit trees, and African leafy vegetables—towards climate-resilient pathways that can withstand the effects of climate change.
“This initiative is critical in equipping our farmers with practical adaptive skills that not only enhance productivity but also ensure sustainability in the face of changing climate conditions,” said the governor.
The graduation marked the completion of an intensive 10-day training program for the third cohort of facilitators, held at Kaimosi ATC. The group comprises 75 facilitators drawn from Nandi County and neighboring counties of Vihiga, Kisumu, Kericho, and Bomet.
A key milestone of the project has been the development of a comprehensive Farmer Field School training manual and curriculum, designed to guide structured and impactful farmer training across the region. The curriculum is expected to standardize knowledge transfer and improve the effectiveness of grassroots agricultural extension services.
Governor Sang officially launched the rollout of Farmer Field School trainings, noting that the newly certified facilitators will now transition to field-level implementation, where they will play a central role in empowering farmers and promoting adoption of climate-smart technologies.
Among those present at the event were Assistant FAO Representative (Programmes) Hamisi Williams and LREB Chief Executive Officer Victor Nyagaya, alongside other stakeholders and development partners.
Leaders at the event emphasized the importance of partnerships in addressing climate challenges and improving agricultural productivity, particularly in regions heavily reliant on rain-fed farming.
Sang reiterated that his administration will continue working closely with partners to scale up similar programs, ensuring that farmers across the region are better equipped to adapt to climate change while improving their livelihoods.
The initiative is expected to have far-reaching impacts on food security, environmental conservation, and economic stability within the Lake Region and beyond.
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