Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD

Agricultural Economist

[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

Inside the Nandi Chicken Processing Plant in Kapsabet which has the capacity to process 500 birds per hour. The plant operated by Farmers organised under the @kochengei Cooperative offers you the quality of Chicken meat you need and also conforms to Meat Control Act Cap 256.

[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

Most families earn seasonal, irregular incomes.

Upfront demands lock children out of school.

Education is not fabric.

It is classrooms, teachers, curiosity, and inclusion.

Let schools stop policing clothing.
Let parents buy what they can afford.
Let children stay in school.

[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

Why we must scrap mandatory school uniforms in public schools in Africa.

Uniforms have become tools of exclusion, not learning.

After school fees were capped, costs simply shifted to single-sourced uniforms and compulsory stationery, often costing more than the fees themselves.

[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

@waiingo @WilliamsRuto You’re a Sick idiot

[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

@citizentvkenya @SamGituku 😅😅😅 watching News Gang and the line of questioning is making you guys look like clowns you need to shift your gears to better conversation. Politics is not selling anymore. Tell us what others are doing not politicians

[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

The County Government of Nandi has noted rising cases of cherry hawking and theft, which exploit farmers and undermine the cooperative system. To protect farmers and restore order in the sector, the County has taken firm action:

[Book Ten @Bookten8]

Africa’s agricultural backbone is strained under the weight of poor soils and unpredictable weather. The #Data4SoilHealth and Scale Summit is responding by building a future where smallholders have access to innovations and support they need to thrive once more.
@WorldBankKenya

[Maktejah Brian™ 🚘 @maktejah_]

Welcome to Nairobi for the Data for Soil Health and Innovation Challenges 2025! It's an honor for the @WorldBankKenya to host this crucial gathering, bringing together a powerful community dedicated to tackling the health of our soils. #Data4SoilHealth

[Bevalyne Kwamboka @bevalynekwambo3]

We look forward to witnessing how participants apply their knowledge to improve soil conservation methods, while entrepreneurs create innovative solutions and strategies that promote sustainable soil health.

#Data4SoilHealth

[Liloh♡ @Liloh254]

Farmers are the backbone of Africa’s food systems. The #Data4SoilHealth Challenges 2025 will equip them with the tools they need to fight soil depletion. Because their success is our success.

[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

This historic milestone reflects the unwavering commitment of the County Government of Nandi to revolutionize the agricultural economy, as envisioned under H.E. Governor Stephen Sang’s Transformative Agenda.

#DolaMashinani
#ContinuedTransformation

[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

Turning Imagination into Reality
A new chapter has begun for the dairy sector in Nandi County In a landmark event we successfully conducted the Technical Commissioning of the UHT Milk Production Line and Fresh Milk Line at the Nandi Dairy Cooperative Union Milk Processing Plant

[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

Honored to speak today at the launch of @HeiferKenya 2025–2030 #P4C Framework.

We reflected on Heifer’s 44-year journey & its deep roots in counties like Nandi—empowering farmers, women & youth, & building resilient food systems.

[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

#DolaMashinani

[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

Excited to be part of the conversation shaping the future of agriculture in Kenya! I’ll be speaking at the @HeiferKenya 2025–2030 Programme Framework Launch

Together, we can build resilient agricultural systems and empower our communities through sustainable development.

[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

No excuses, take FULL control and have zero expectations from no ONE; you’re a self contained inbuilt masterpiece! But Gratitude is always a MUST.

[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

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[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

I had the pleasure of receiving a courtesy call from a team from KEPHIS, led by Mr. Onesmus Omwaniki.

Our discussion focused on food safety, particularly the National Pesticide Residue Monitoring Sensitization Forum.
#DolaMashinani

[Kiplimo Araap Lagat, PhD @kiplimoaraap]

@Asmali77 The problem is accountability is all levels; leakage is everywhere. Strengthening social audit & accountability is key self determination on development priorities can’t be delegated. We can’t risk dorminant communities disproportionately benefiting from centralized power.

[African @ali_naka]

If the Idiot of Kinshasa doesn’t want Congolese Tutsi in the DRC, they must leave with their land. It’s simple