Agriculture in Kenya is a vital sector, contributing significantly to the country's economy and supporting the livelihoods of a large portion of the population.
It encompasses crop and livestock production, aquaculture, and forestry, and is a key driver of food security and economic growth.
The agriculture overall growth performance has however declined to 4.4 percent in 2024 compared to 7.1 percent in 2023.
According to the 2025 economic survey, the situation was triggered by a decrease in horticulture exports, maize and pyrethrum production respectively.
