Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute

Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute is a public institution that supports growth of Kenya’s sugar industry through research, innovation, and training.

[Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute @KESRETI]

BIG WIN: The National Variety Release Committee through @KephisKe has approved 13 new sugarcane varieties developed by @KESRETI for commercial release — higher yields, better disease resistance & improved sucrose content for Kenyan farmers!

#KESRETI #SugarcaneInnovation

[Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute @KESRETI]

KESRETI’s Core Mandates in action! Breeding resilient varieties 🧬, farm mechanization 🚜, pest control 🛡️ & training 🤝 all to boost Kenyan sugar farming & farmer profits. Transforming research into wealth! 🇰🇪 Learn more: https://t.co/mncD9t2wpd #KESRETI #KenyaSugar

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At KESRETI we know strong sugarcane starts from the ground up.

#KESRETI

[Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute @KESRETI]

Are you getting the most out of your fertilizer budget? Over-applying or under-applying nutrients leads directly to wasted cash and damaged soils. At KESRETI, we advocate for the 4R framework to help sugarcane farmers optimize their inputs

#SugarcaneFarming #SoilHealth#KESRETI

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We proudly participated in the ASK Kakamega Show, showcasing sugarcane innovations in climate-smart agriculture & sustainable trade.
Results:
🏆 1st - Best Exhibition Stand (Agricultural Statutory)
🥈 2nd - Research & Development
🥉 3rd - Innovation & Invention
#ASKKakamega2026

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Today we hosted lecturers and students from @uonbi in our sugarcane farms at our headquarters in Kibos, Kisumu for practical GIS fieldwork.

The team carried out hands-on activities directly in our fields.

#KESRETI #UoN #GIS

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KESRETI hosted students from @KitaleNatPoly for an educational visit today. The trainees gained practical exposure in sugarcane production, irrigation, soil science, extension services and other key areas of research.

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Happy Madaraka Day! 🇰🇪

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SonySugar Company 2025 Ltd, in collaboration with The Kenya Sugar Board (KSB) and Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute (KESRETI), mounted a successful Farmers' Excellence Centre (FEC) Field Day at the Awendo Green Stadium, today. https://t.co/vkBBlSOH7P
#SimplyTheSweetest

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KESRETI has developed 27 sugarcane varieties, but they currently cover 10% of the area under cane production.

Speaking at #ISOKenya2026, our Ag. CEO Dr. Chrispine Omondi highlighted ongoing efforts with @sugar_board to accelerate seedcane multiplication and increase adoption.

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Proud moment at #ISOKenya2026

Our Ag. CEO Dr. Chrispine Omondi discussing KESRETI’s mandate and contributions with Hon.@KindikiKithure and @CS_MoALD Sen. Mutahi Kagwe at our booth.

As a research and training institute, we remain committed to supporting Kenya’s sugar sector.

[Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute @KESRETI]

Eid ul Adha Mubarak 🌙 Wishing you and your loved ones peace, happiness and countless blessings.

[Kenya Sugar Research and Training Institute @KESRETI]

184 farmers trained by KESRETI at Webuye West Technical and Vocational College.
We completed two batches with practical training on soil sampling, land preparation, variety selection, planting techniques, pest and disease management, harvesting, record keeping and more

#KESRETI

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On Friday, May 8, our KESRETI team, in collaboration with @KeForestService, planted 1,300 trees at KESRETI Headquarters, Kibos, Kisumu as part of Kenya’s 15 Billion Trees vision.

Proud to do our part for a greener Kenya!

#KESRETI #TreePlantingKE #15BillionTrees

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KESRETI field extension staff conducting hands on practical demonstration at Soliat Primary School,Kericho where three improved varieties KEN82-472, KEN83-737 & KEN00-3811 are being planted.

The staff is demonstrating land preparation, seedcane preparation & planting techniques

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KESRETI establishes yet another demonstration plot in Kapkochei, Kericho.

Early-maturing varieties planted: KEN83-737, KEN82-472 & KEN00-3811.

This continues our push to provide farmers with faster-maturing and better-performing varieties as alternatives to (CO617) and (CO421).

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Another sugarcane variety demonstration plot set up in Torsogek, Kericho County.

KESRETI planted three improved varieties KEN82-472, KEN83-737, and KEN00-3811 at the farm of Mr. Douglas Kikwai.

#KESRETI #Demoplots

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New sugarcane demonstration plot established in Laliat, Kericho County.

KESRETI planted improved varieties KEN82-472, KEN83-737, and KEN00-3811 at the farm of Mr. Weldon Koima.

These demo plots will help farmers observe variety performance under local conditions.

#KESRETI