Kakamega: Governor Barasa Commissions SH17M Hatchery Project to Boost Youth Agribusiness
The Governor said the hatchery is a key milestone by his administration in supporting agribusiness, especially for the youth and women groups, as part of his economic empowerment agenda.
By Wakhungu Andanje
As part of ensuring food security, employment and agribusiness ventures for the young people in the county, a Ksh17Million hatchery has been commissioned in Butere sub-county.
Kakamega county Governor Fernandes Barasa led the launching of the said modern poultry hatchery in Eshirembe, Marama Central Ward, Butere Sub-County in what could be a game changer in the region with hundreds of youths being employedas well as poultry farming is concerned.
Governor Barasa said the hatchery is a key milestone by his administration in supporting agribusiness, especially for the youth and women groups, as part of his economic empowerment agenda.
Kakamega county Governor Fernandes Barasa right and his deputy governor Ayub Savula unveiling the plaque during the commissioning of the Butere hatchery factory. /WAKHUNGU ANDANJE
The solar-powered facility currently produces 2,500 chicks per month and is expected to increase the capacity to 10,000 chicks every 21 days, creating jobs and also helping farmers access affordable, quality chicks.
Speaking during the official commissioning of the hatchery, Governor Barasa emphasized the County Government's commitment to establishing similar hatcheries in all the 12 sub-counties of Kakamega.
He urged farmers, especially young people, to embrace poultry farming as a dependable source of income.
He added that his administration will continue supporting organized groups in all the 60 wards through grants and training.
“This project is not just about poultry, it’s about unlocking the potential of our people and building a self-reliant economy across Kakamega,” he said.
Governor Barasa also highlighted other key projects in the County, including the Aggregation and Industrial Park in Likuyani, the recently commissioned Lugari Maize Milling Plant, Matawa Fertilizer Plant in Mumias West, the upcoming Kenya Gold Refinery in Ikolomani, and the Madala Tea Factory.
He said such investments are essential for creating jobs, supporting local businesses, and improving livelihoods.
The governor inspecting the incubators at the Butere poultry factory
County boss extended his appreciation to KELCOP (Kenya Livestock Commercialization Project) for their valuable partnership in supporting the hatchery project, and for working closely with the County Government to enhance livestock-based livelihoods in Kakamega.
Present were Deputy Governor Hon. Ayub Savula, MCAs led by Majority Leader and host Hon. CPA Philip Maina, Officials from the Executive led by CECM Agriculture Mr. Mophat Mandela, and KELCOP County Project Coordinator Mrs. Frandina Machwenu.
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