Stories, updates and insights from our work with communities across Kenya.
The visit showcased the impact of agroecology, forest restoration, sustainable farming technologies, and community-led livelihood initiatives. RODI Kenya recently welcome…
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Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
Community members identify beekeeping, dairy goat farming, indigenous chicken farming and fruit tree planting as potential pathways to susta…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
Promoting sustainable soil management through community-based agroecological learning RODI Kenya continues to strengthen community knowledge…
Ex-Offender Reintegration, Mentorship & Toolkits
For Charles Maina, a skill he learned while in prison became the foundation for a new chapter in his life. In 2015, while serving his senten…
Landscape & Agro-Forestry Restoration
Endarasha, Kenya — 2026 When Joseph and Mrs. Joseph planted their trees in 2023, they knew the benefits would not come immediately. They pla…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
RODI Kenya conducted a practical training in Gatundu North, Kiambu County, aimed at strengthening the knowledge and skills of community memb…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
Solio, 26 August 2026 More than 100 community members were screened for diabetes, blood pressure and eye health during a field day held at…
Schools Organic Agriculture & Crime Prevention (SOAP)
Rose, a teacher at Lioki Primary School, was not involved in farming before RODI Kenya introduced agricultural training at the school. Throu…
Schools Organic Agriculture & Crime Prevention (SOAP)
Reconnecting, Mentoring and Building on Skills Former members of RODI Kenya-supported school clubs recently came together for a mentorship a…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
Members of the Kavotini Community Farmers Group recently participated in an exchange and learning visit to the G-Biack Centre, where they ga…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
Jonah Kipkemei from Kipkenyo is one of the farmers who participated in the Farmer-Led Research project, where farmers compared the performa…
Landscape & Agro-Forestry Restoration
RODI Kenya joined farmers from Giathugu for a vibrant Seed Fair that celebrated the importance of indigenous seeds, farmer-managed seed syst…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
Healthy soils are the foundation of productive farms, resilient communities, and sustainable food systems. Through the Farmer Research Netwo…
Sustainable WASH Interventions
"Access to clean water is not simply about quenching thirst. It is about restoring dignity, improving health, creating opportunities, and gi…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
How RODI Kenya Helped Nyeri’s NOHEFE Youth Group Transform Indigenous Knowledge into Sustainable Livelihoods “Development is not about givin…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
RODI Kenya, through the Agroecology for Climate Resilience (A4CR) Project, successfully conducted a training for Government Agricultural Ext…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
As part of the Agroecology for Climate Resilience (A4CR) project, RODI Kenya successfully conducted a two-day agroecology training for gover…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
RODI Kenya recently conducted a community mobilization activity in Chepareria, West Pokot, under the A4CR Project. The engagement brought to…
Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) & Fair Markets
RODI Kenya, under the PELUM Kenya Network, participated in the 2026 World Farmers' Organisation (WFO) Annual Meeting and Expo held in Nairob…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
Farmers and agricultural stakeholders from Githunguri Sub County in Kiambu County participated in a practical training session focused on su…
Landscape & Agro-Forestry Restoration
On 22nd May 2026, RODI Kenya joined other stakeholders in the Phase II Tree Planting & Catchment Restoration Exercise organized by Athi Wate…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
RODI Kenya conducted an agroecology training on bio-inputs for Kisumu County staff from the Ministry of Agriculture together with members of…
Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) & Fair Markets
RODI Kenya conducted a Participatory Guarantee System (PGS) training with the Jamii Development Community Group in Luoro Village, East Asemb…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
Fermenting chicken feed is one of the simplest, most cost-effective techniques for backyard chicken keepers and small-scale poultry farmers.…
Landscape & Agro-Forestry Restoration
Kilimambogo Hill is undergoing a remarkable transformation thanks to an innovative reforestation approach led by RODI Kenya. Faced with degr…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
RODI Kenya, in partnership with BIBA Kenya, Effective IPM Association, and KOAN, participated in an Agroecology for Climate Resilience stake…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
RODI Kenya in collaboration with Zambani Green Farmers and agricultural officials from Machakos County recently conducted a hands-on trainin…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) Shows provide an important platform for farmers, organizations, and innovators to exchange knowledge and…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
In a significant step toward strengthening climate resilience among farming communities, partners under the Agroecology for Climate Resilien…
Scaled-up Agroecology Training & Adoption
Coffee farming is a vital source of income for thousands of smallholder farmers in Kenya. Yet the sector faces growing challenges, including…
Organic agriculture considers the medium- and long-term effect of agricultural interventions on the Agro-ecosystem. It aims to produce food…
On 24th May , RODI Kenya took the initiative to distribute trees to various schools and community groups around Kiambu county. This initiati…