Significant source of protein; supports smallholder farming
Growing urban consumer crop, the rate of consumption is increasing in both urban and rural areas
Staple food and industrial feed represent over 50% of grain output, crucial for the poultry and human diet
Food security and household incomes. It's the country's most important staple food, providing a significant portion of daily calories
Major export commodity, contribute to food security, and generate employment
Food and cash crop, contributing to household income, food security
Provide both food and income. They are a major component of food systems, high in protein, particularly in drier regions and marginal areas
Major food import and staple. In 2023, world's 49th-largest importer of wheat, with imports totalling $294 million
A staple food crop, a source of income for many, and a key export commodity
Climate smart staple food for human/animal feed and beverages for small holder farmers in semi and regions
Pollination supports crop yields (fruits, vegetables) and honey provides NTFP income for smallholders.
Agroforestry supplies fuelwood, poles, construction timber and supports soil conservation; important for hillside management and carbon projects.
Aquaculture is a fast-growing sub-sector that improves nutrition and provides jobs (hatcheries, processing). Tilapia is the main cultured species.
Goats are widely reared by smallholders, important for resilience, income and cultural uses; productive small stock supports poor/land-constrained farmers.
Poultry is land-efficient and fast-growing — critical for urban demand, youth employment and smallholder income. Faster production cycles make impact rapid.
Cattle remain socially and economically important (milk & beef). Dairy growth drives rural incomes and nutrition (milk is a major household protein source).
Important for nutrition (beta-carotene varieties address vitamin A deficiency), especially among smallholders; climate-resilient.
Widely planted (~80% households grow beans); key protein & income source; high per-capita consumption — nutrition and market importance.
Major cereal for diets and animal feed; maize shortfalls affect food security and market stability.
Major staple and commercial crop (important for calories, income; top 10 African producer). Seed system weaknesses cause yield gaps and postharvest losses.
Primary staple (largest single crop by tonnes) — critical for household food security and income; high per-capita consumption.
Staple for food security in marginal areas; supports >700k households; second only to bananas in calorie contribution. Disease losses and low yields constrain livelihoods.
Indigenous staples; resilient food crops for food sovereignty
Disease resistance (Panama disease, Black Sigatoka), longer shelf life Popular local fruit; reduces import reliance; key for nutrition
Important fruit for export and tourism-linked value chain