Functions Of The Tea Board Of Kenya

The Tea Board of Kenya, a state corporation under the Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development, was established by the Tea Act No. 23 of 2020. Its mandate is to develop, regulate, and promote the tea industry in Kenya. Governed by a Board of Directors and managed daily by a Chief Executive Officer, the Board ensures the growth and sustainability of the tea sub-sector for the benefit of stakeholders.

Key Functions of the Tea Board of Kenya:

1. Development and Regulation: Guides the growth, promotion, and regulation of Kenya’s tea industry for the benefit of tea growers and other stakeholders.
2. Coordination: Oversees the coordination of activities among individuals and organizations within the tea sector.
3. Equitable Access: Ensures that resources and benefits of the tea industry are accessible to all interested parties.
4. Policy Recommendations: Advises on policy formulation, plans, and strategies for effective regulation of the tea sub-sector.
5. Registration of Stakeholders: Registers tea factories, growers, warehouse operators, packers, buyers, exporters, importers, brokers, management agents, auction organizers, and green leaf transporters.
6. Licensing: Issues licenses to tea manufacturers in Kenya.
7. Promotion of Standards: Advocates for best practices and maintains standards across the tea value chain.
8. Marketing and Distribution: Facilitates the marketing and distribution of Kenyan tea globally.
9. Research Coordination: Coordinates and prioritizes research efforts to advance the tea sector.
10. Regulation of Trade: Manages the import and export processes for tea within Kenya.
11. Marketing Strategy: Develops a national strategy to enhance tea marketing efforts.
12. Green Leaf Payments: Sets guidelines on the maximum period and minimum amount for green leaf payments to growers.
13. Value Addition and Demand Promotion: Encourages value addition to Kenyan tea and promotes its demand and consumption.
14. Market Advisory: Identifies market needs and provides guidance on national and international trade issues.
15. Standards Compliance: Monitors and enforces adherence to tea quality standards within Kenya.
16. Financial Advisory: Advises on levies, fees, import and export duties, and other agricultural charges.
17. Capacity Building: Undertakes initiatives for capacity building and technological transformation in the tea sector.

Tea Board of Kenya Contact Information

• Location: Tea Board House, Naivasha Road, Off Ngong Road, Nairobi
• Contacts: 0703 333 777 / 0734 600 944 / 0722 200 556

The Tea Board of Kenya plays a pivotal role in ensuring the sustainable development and competitive edge of Kenya’s tea industry on both national and international fronts.