The proposed law would establish a dedicated livestock regulator, research institutions and a development fund to strengthen production, animal health and market access.
The legislation aims to improve feed quality, protect livestock health and support farmers dependent on dairy and animal husbandry.
Similar exemptions apply to raw materials used for fertiliser and pesticide production.
ASF is a highly contagious viral disease affecting domestic and wild pigs.
The World Day to Combat Desertification and Drought is observed annually to raise awareness about land degradation, desertification, and the impacts of drought
Kenya’s livestock base remains one of the largest in Africa, forming the backbone of livelihoods in arid and semi-arid regions.
The proposed changes signal a growing policy focus on reducing compliance costs while maintaining traceability, animal health oversight and food safety requirements
This ruling supports a wider industry role in disease control efforts
Instead of introducing broad new taxes, the government is focusing on widening the tax base, boosting compliance, and improving collection efficiency to hit its KES 3.5 trillion revenue target.
Harmonisation was identified as a key enabler for improving market efficiency and competitiveness.