The Kenya Dairy Board (KDB) is a state corporation under the Ministry of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, and Co-operatives. Established under the Dairy Industry Act (Cap 336), its role is to oversee the development and regulation of Kenya’s dairy industry. The board is committed to ensuring the health and safety of consumers by enforcing strict quality standards and conducting regular inspections of dairy processing plants. Additionally, the KDB collaborates with other government agencies and industry stakeholders to promote sustainable growth within the dairy sector.
Key Functions of the Kenya Dairy Board
- Regulation and Development: Organizes, regulates, and promotes efficient production, marketing, distribution, and supply of dairy products to meet the needs of various consumer classes.
- Extension Services: Provides support and guidance to dairy farmers to enhance the quality of dairy products through improved farming practices.
- Price Stability: Ensures reasonable and stable prices for dairy producers, benefiting both farmers and consumers.
- Data Collection and Market Research: Promotes the collection, analysis, and dissemination of industry data and conducts market research to aid in decision-making and industry growth.
- Encouragement of Private Enterprise: Facilitates private sector participation in the production, processing, and sale of dairy products while maintaining efficiency and protecting consumer interests.
- Efficiency Measures: Works with government departments and local authorities to implement practices and measures that improve efficiency within the dairy industry.
Through these functions, the Kenya Dairy Board plays a vital role in supporting the growth and regulation of Kenya’s dairy industry, thereby contributing to the livelihoods of dairy farmers, providing safe milk and dairy products, and fostering economic development in the country.
Kenya Dairy Board Contact Information
- Head Office: Social Security House (NSSF Building), Block A, Eastern Wing, 10th Floor, Nairobi
- Phone: 0722573432 / 0733521438
- Email: [email protected]
The KDB’s ongoing efforts ensure that quality and safety standards are met, promoting a thriving and reliable dairy industry in Kenya.
