Overview
- Act: National Cereals and Produce Board Act, Cap 338
- Formed: 1985
- CEO: CPA Samuel Ndung’u Karogo
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The National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) is a state corporation established under the National Cereals and Produce Board Act, Cap 338 of 1985. It ensures food security through the procurement, storage, and distribution of grains and other produce. NCPB also
manages the Strategic Food Reserve, stabilizes grain markets, and provides warehousing services. Formed from the merger of the Maize and Produce Board (1955) and the Wheat Board of Kenya (1939), NCPB plays a crucial role in Kenya’s agricultural sector by supporting farmers and enhancing national food resilience.
CEO: CPA Samuel Ndung’u Karogo
CPA Samuel Ndung’u Karogo holds a Master’s degree in Business Management (Finance). Prior to his current role, he served
as the General Manager of Finance and Accounting at NCPB. His extensive experience in financial management has been instrumental in overseeing the organization’s fiscal operations.
Management Team
CPA Samuel Karogo Ndung’u
Ag. Managing Director
John Gichuru
Ag. General Manager, Finance & Accounting
Gideon Muthuri
Ag. General Manager, Marketing & Operations
Ambrose Njoroge
Head of Internal Audit Unit
Veronica Mapesa
Ag. Corporation Secretary & Head of Legal Services
Karanja Wainaina
Manager Security Services
Nelson Sawenjah
Head of Procurement Services
Noah K. Koskei
Manager Corporate Planning
Tito Kipchirchir Keino
Head Of ICT
Benard Yegon
Risk & Compliance Manager
Rosemary Kweya
Deputy Manager Corporate Planning and TA to the MD.
James Theuri
Ag. Manager, Human Resource
John Ndonga
Manager Market Information
Ann Khisa
Deputy Manager Services Marketing
Muoka Mwango
Manager Technical Services
Dennis Mutai
Regional Manager Lake Western
Philip Kandie
Ag. Head of Warehousing & Hub Management
Emily Kukwai
Regional Manager South Rift
Alex Mutangili
Regional Manager, Nairobi/Eastern
Joseph Nzomo
Regional Manager Coast Region
Gilbert Rotich
Regional Manager North Rift
Titus Kiplimo Maiyo
Deputy Manager Corporate Communications And Customer Experience
Board of Governors
Samwel Ragwa
Chairman
Dr. Chris K. Kiptoo
PS The National Treasury & Economic Planning
CPA Samuel Ndung’u Karogo
Ag. Managing Director
Galgalo Wako Abagaro
Director
Dorcas Ngetich
Director
Raymond Komen
Director
William Kirwa
Director
Philip Tarus
Alt Director, State Department for ASALs & Regional Development
James Mungai
Alt Director, The National Treasury & Economic Planning
Functions
- Procurement and Storage of Grains – Acquires and stores cereals such as maize, wheat, and rice for national food security.
- Management of Strategic Food Reserves – Ensures availability of emergency food supplies during crises.
- Grain Market Stabilization – Regulates prices by purchasing and releasing stocks to prevent market fluctuations.
- Warehouse Receipt System (WRS) – Offers certified grain storage and issuance of tradeable warehouse receipts.
- Distribution of Government-subsidized Fertilizer – Supports farmers by supplying affordable inputs.
- Grain Quality Assurance – Maintains high standards for stored cereals to prevent post-harvest losses.
- Supply of Grains to Institutions – Provides food to schools, prisons, and government agencies.
- Commercial Grain Trading – Buys and sells cereals to ensure market efficiency.
- Advisory and Extension Services – Supports farmers with information on post-harvest handling and storage.
- Partnerships with Stakeholders – Collaborates with government, private sector, and development partners on food security initiatives.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- National Cereals and Produce Board, Nyumba Ya Nafaka, along Machakos/ Enterprise Road
- P.O. Box 30586 – 00100, Nairobi.
- info@ncpb.co.ke
- 206536028