Communique on the EAGC Western and Rift region agribusiness expo

The Eastern Africa Grain Council (EAGC), in collaboration with Kibabii University and County Government of Bungoma, successfully hosted the Western and North Rift Region Agribusiness Expo on 27th November 2025. The event brought together over 1,500 farmers and more than 50 exhibitors from across the Western and North Rift region, creating a vibrant platform for knowledge exchange, innovation, and business linkages.

The Expo was graced by Dr. Andrew Musungu, Chief Officer Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries & Cooperatives, Bungoma County. In attendance were senior officials from Kibabii University including Prof. Donald Siamba the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Administration, Finance and Development, Prof. Joshua Ondura Ogendo the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Academics and Student Affairs, and Prof. Julius Kiprop Maiyo the Deputy Vice Chancellor, Planning, Partnerships, Research and Innovation.

This Expo was made possible through strong partnerships with Kibabii University, TradeMark Africa (TMA), Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), and Danish Industry (DI). These collaborations reflect a shared commitment to promoting climate-smart agriculture, structured grain trade, and inclusive agribusiness development across the region.