This year's Agricultural show in Nairobi will be based on climate change, Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) Chief Executive Officer Bratram Muthoka has announced.
He highlighted adaptability, resilience and sustainability as three key pillars that will be addressed at the trade fair from 23rd September.
"Running across the spectrum, we look at how the various businesses have adopted to the impacts of climate change," said Muthoka.
He said that at the 2024 Nairobi International Trade Fair, ASK will align with the Government agenda of Agriculture, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and housing.
Muthoka was speaking in Nairobi during the annual special thanksgiving service at All Saints Cathedral, convened to celebrate the year's harvest and the efforts of the farmers.
He said that the event underscores the ASK commitment to social welfare, community engagement, and the celebration of agricultural roots.
Zulu artists perform at the Nairobi International trade fair at the Show ground Arena on September 30, 2022. [Jonah Onyango, Standard]
This year's Agricultural show in Nairobi will be based on climate change, Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) Chief Executive Officer Bratram Muthoka has announced.
He highlighted adaptability, resilience and sustainability as three key pillars that will be addressed at the trade fair from 23rd September.
"Running across the spectrum, we look at how the various businesses have adopted to the impacts of climate change," said Muthoka.
He said that at the 2024 Nairobi International Trade Fair, ASK will align with the Government agenda of Agriculture, Micro, Small, and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) and housing.
Muthoka was speaking in Nairobi during the annual special thanksgiving service at All Saints Cathedral, convened to celebrate the year's harvest and the efforts of the farmers.
He said that the event underscores the ASK commitment to social welfare, community engagement, and the celebration of agricultural roots.
Annabel Kiriinya, the ASK national chairperson, said that this years event anchored on innovative agricultural technologies, sustainable farming practices and climate-resilient crops and Livestock.
Levi Mukweso, ASK Nairobi Branch Chief Steward said that Harvest Festival event was allowed the organization to give back to the community by sharing the bounty of the harvest with less fortunate members.
This, he said was in collaboration with collaboration with local churches while celebrating rich agricultural heritage, acknowledging the hard work of farmers and the abundance of food.
He said that it also served as a platform to raise awareness about global hunger, bringing to the limelight the disparities in food availability and encouraging support for those in need.
"This year's theme is promoting climate smart agriculture and trade initiatives for sustainable economic growth. We are inviting all to come for the show, security is beefed up and there is no reason to worry," said Mukweso.
