Overview
- Act: Kenya Dairy Board Act, No. 10 of 2004
- Formed: 2004
- CEO: Margaret Kibogy
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The Kenya Dairy Board (KDB) was established under the Kenya Dairy Board Act, No. 10 of 2004 to regulate and promote the dairy industry in Kenya. KDB focuses on ensuring the quality and safety of dairy products, enhancing industry competitiveness, and advocating for sustainable practices. The Board is responsible for licensing dairy processors, monitoring milk production standards, and promoting market access for dairy farmers. KDB also plays a key role in policy development, industry research, and capacity building, contributing to the growth and development of Kenya’s dairy sector both locally and internationally.
CEO: Margaret Kibogy
Margaret Kibogy holds a degree in Agricultural Economics and has extensive experience in the dairy industry. She has worked in various leadership roles, focusing on industry regulation, policy advocacy, and market development. Kibogy is committed to advancing Kenya’s dairy sector through sustainable practices, research, and promoting quality standards.
Management Team
Margaret Kibogy
Managing Director
Peter Mutua
Corporate Services
Dr. William Maritim
Regulatory Services
Edward Nyoike
Finance & Accounting
Dorothy Owino
Supply chain
Erastus Mutiso
Internal Audit
Board of Governors
Genesio Mugo
Chairman
Margaret Kibogy
Managing Director
Josephine Moraa
Director
Abraham Kiplel
Director
Kenneth Lomaibong
Director
Fatuma Abdi Haji
Director
Mike Koross
Director
Beth Wangari
Director
Gabriel Pulei
Director
Mercy Karimi
Director
Brig. (Rtd) Joseph Kamau
Director
Joshua Chepcheing
Alternative Director
Functions
- Regulation of Dairy Industry – Regulates and controls the production, processing, and marketing of dairy products to ensure quality and safety standards.
- Licensing of Dairy Processors – Issues licenses to dairy processors and ensures compliance with industry regulations.
- Promotion of Dairy Products – Promotes dairy products both locally and internationally to increase market access for Kenyan dairy farmers.
- Research and Development – Supports research in dairy farming and processing to improve productivity, quality, and innovation in the sector.
- Capacity Building – Provides training and technical support to farmers, processors, and stakeholders to improve skills and knowledge in the dairy value chain.
- Market Development – Facilitates the development of new markets for Kenyan dairy products, promoting competitiveness in global markets.
- Industry Advocacy – Advocates for policies that support the growth and sustainability of the dairy sector in Kenya.
- Monitoring and Compliance – Monitors and ensures compliance with national and international dairy production and processing standards.
- Promotion of Animal Health and Welfare – Works to improve animal health and welfare, enhancing milk production and dairy product quality.
- Encouraging Sustainable Practices – Promotes environmentally sustainable practices in dairy farming and processing to protect resources and improve efficiency.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- Kenya Dairy Board HQ, New Loresho Estate, Upper Kabete Off Waiyaki Way.
- P.O Box 30406-00100 Nairobi.
- info@kdb.co.ke
- (020)3569377/341302
- 0722573432 |0733521438