𝗠𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗼𝘂 𝗗𝗮𝗶𝗿𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗲𝗶𝘃𝗲 𝟱.𝟰𝟳𝗠 𝗚𝗿𝗮𝗻𝘁

𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐨𝐮; 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟓𝐭𝐡, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 ~ Makiou Dairy Farmers Co-operative Society is set for a major boost in dairy production and farmers’ earnings following a KSh5.47 million Enterprise Development Fund grant issued by Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr to support solar power installation at its milk cooling centres and construction of an animal feeds centre in Kilome Sub-County.

The investment funded through NAVCDP will lower electricity costs, improve milk preservation and ensure farmers access affordable, quality livestock feeds to sustain production during dry seasons.

Serving 324 registered farmers, the cooperative operates milk cooling centres at Kwakingee and Lumu, alongside a newly established milk collection centre at Kasikeu Market, expanding access to milk collection services.

Governor Mutula said the County Government remains committed to empowering farmer cooperatives through strategic investments that improve productivity, strengthen market access and increase household incomes.

In the event that was attended by Deputy Governor Makueni-H.E Lucy Mulili, Govenor Mutula further noted that supporting livestock health, affordable feeds and efficient milk handling is key to building resilient dairy enterprises.