The Future of Organic Farming in Kenya: A Chilli Success Story

Kenya’s organic farming movement is gaining momentum, with chilli farming leading the charge. Consumers worldwide demand transparency, sustainability, and clean-label foods, making organic chilli an attractive product for export. Mpika Kenya’s farms in Embu showcase how smallholder farmers and commercial farms alike can thrive using organic methods — from composting to integrated pest management. This article highlights the benefits of organic chilli farming: higher soil fertility, reduced chemical dependency, access to premium export markets, and healthier communities. It also looks ahead at policy support, certification frameworks, and how chilli exporters like Mpika Kenya are shaping the future of Kenya’s organic farming landscape.