Prominent Large Farm Owners in Trans Nzoia County
- Eng. Samson Akute
- Farms Owned: Nyasi Farm (800 acres), Sabata Farm (700 acres), Kiungani Farm (400 acres)
- Sector: Agriculture, Engineering
- Overview: A former Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Public Works, Eng. Akute owns extensive agricultural land in Trans Nzoia County. His engineering background has influenced his approach to mechanized farming.
- Nyairo Family
- Farm: Sango Area Farm (950 acres)
- Sector: Agriculture
- Overview: The Nyairo family owns a significant tract of land in the Sango area near Sabata Farm, contributing to large-scale agricultural activities in the region.
- Hon. Burudi Nabwera
- Farm: Nabwera Estate (1,000 acres)
- Sector: Politics, Diplomacy
- Overview: A veteran statesman and diplomat, Hon. Nabwera invested in agriculture post-retirement, establishing a substantial estate in Trans Nzoia County.
- Jonathan Mayer
- Farm: Bubayi/Gloucester Vale Farm (850 acres)
- Sector: Dairy Farming, Seed Production
- Overview: Jonathan Mayer’s farm is among the most productive in Kenya, housing thousands of dairy cows and seed production facilities supplying major companies.
- Eugene Wamalwa
- Farm: Koitapa Farm (90 acres)
- Sector: Politics, Agriculture
- Overview: Former Cabinet Secretary Eugene Wamalwa owns Muchilwa Farm, which contributes to the region’s agricultural output.
- Kiprono Kittony / Zipporah Kittony
- Farm: Sirwo Farm (size undisclosed)
- Sector: Agribusiness, Media
- Overview: The Kittony family owns Sirwo Farm, known for producing branded honey and coffee, and incorporating tea plantations and eco-tourism.
- Mary Tonje
- Farm: 200 acres
- Sector: Agriculture
- Overview: Mary Tonje owns a sizable farm contributing to the agricultural landscape of Trans Nzoia County.
- Benjamin Sogomo
- Farm: Over 100 acres
- Sector: Education, Agriculture
- Overview: Former principal of St. Joseph’s, Benjamin Sogomo owns agricultural land exceeding 100 acres.
- Ben (Founder of Benways Buses)
- Farm: Estimated 200 acres
- Sector: Transport, Agriculture
- Overview: Ben, known for founding Benways Buses, owns approximately 200 acres of agricultural land.
- Alfayo
- Farm: Up to 90 acres
- Sector: Agriculture
- Overview: Alfayo owns significant agricultural land, contributing to local farming activities.
- Peter Makiu / Wafula Chebukati
- Farm: 100 acres (split ownership)
- Sector: Agriculture, Public Service
- Overview: Peter Makiu and Wafula Chebukati share ownership of a 100-acre farm, playing roles in agriculture and public service.
- Kisembe
- Farm: 90 acres in Sango Area
- Sector: Agriculture
- Overview: Kisembe owns 90 acres of land in the Sango area, utilized for farming purposes.
- Francis Chahonyo
- Farm: 200 acres in Sango Area
- Sector: Agriculture
- Overview: Francis Chahonyo’s 200-acre farm in the Sango area contributes to the county’s agricultural production.
- Wamalwa
- Farm: 100 acres in Sango Area
- Sector: Agriculture
- Overview: Wamalwa owns 100 acres of agricultural land in the Sango area.
- Japheth Nyongesa
- Farm: Formerly 60 acres in Sabata Tegemeo Farm (since sold)
- Sector: Agriculture
- Overview: Japheth Nyongesa previously owned a 200-acre farm in Sabata Tegemeo, which has since been sold.
- Rosemary
- Farm: 100 acres in Sabata
- Sector: Agriculture
- Overview: Rosemary owns a 100-acre farm in the Sabata area, contributing to local agriculture.
- Mandela
- Farm: At least 30 acres in Tegemeo Farm
- Sector: Agriculture
- Overview: Madela owns a portion of Tegemeo Farm, amounting to at least 30 acres.
These individuals and families play a significant role in Trans Nzoia County’s agricultural sector, owning large tracts of land that contribute to the region’s status as Kenya’s breadbasket.
