Lishe Bora na Mama Silage is dedicated to transforming rural livelihoods by expanding access to climate-smart silage technology, advancing financial inclusion, and cultivating an inclusive agribusiness ecosystem. The project empowers smallholder farmers to build profitable and climate-resilient futures by integrating sustainable agribusiness and agroforestry practices. Its approach is anchored on three pillars: driving economic empowerment and long-term sustainability; connecting farmers with key service providers such as financial institutions, farm input suppliers, and extension services; and promoting regenerative agriculture by introducing drought-resistant fodder trees like Leucaena, Brachiaria, and Calliandra.

• Enhance sustainable women and youth-led dairy enterprises in Nyeri and Laikipia counties by February 2026, with at least 60% women and 40% youth leadership representation.
• Enhance climate-resilience and sustainable livestock feeding.

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County government of Nyeri and Laikipia

Role: Deliver specialized technical expertise to design and implement comprehensive training programs for farmers on modern silage production techniques. This hands-on capacity-building approach will ensure farmers are equipped with practical skills and up-to-date knowledge, enabling them to optimize production, improve feed quality, and enhance the overall sustainability and profitability of their agricultural enterprises.

Hand in Hand East Africa

Role:Establish and manage a revolving fund that empowers farmers to access and invest in Boma Silage products and essential equipment. By facilitating affordable financing options, this initiative will promote the adoption of innovative agricultural technologies, increase farm productivity, and foster financial independence among local farmers, creating sustainable growth within the agricultural sector.

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Pioneer Child Development Programme

Role: an implementing partner of ChildFund will lead comprehensive capacity-building initiatives tailored to local farmers, ensuring they have the knowledge and skills needed for sustainable agricultural practices. Facilitate the distribution of drought-resistant fodder seedlings to enhance climate resilience and increase farm productivity. Implement a robust farmer follow-up program to offer ongoing technical support, monitor progress, and address emerging challenges, thereby maximizing the long-term success and impact of the project.

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• Nyeri
• Laikipia

To support community resilience, environmental sustainability and improve livelihoods of smallholder farmers, the project will focus on:

Key activities include 

• Among 130 sampled households keeping 155 lactating cows, average milk production increased from 5 litres to 16 litres per cow per day, raising total daily milk production from 775 litres to 2,480 litres.
• Demonstration farms are functioning as active learning hubs, accelerating adoption of improved dairy, fodder management, and silage-making technologies among smallholder farmers.
• Women and youth participation in dairy value chains increased significantly, with 137 women and 86 youth actively engaged in improved dairy production and fodder management practices.
• Stronger farmer linkages to extension services, livestock officers, financial institutions, and input suppliers improved access to technical support, financing, and farm inputs, contributing to higher productivity and enterprise growth.
• Farmers are reporting improved fodder availability, increased milk production, and better household incomes.
• Due to growing demand and positive outcomes, the program has expanded into Murang’a, Meru, and Chuka, with plans for further scale-up across additional HIHEA branches.