Kisima Farm
Kisima is a highly diversified and productive mixed-use farm located in Timau, Meru County, Kenya. Established in 1919 and incorporated in 1943, Kisima is fully Kenyan-owned and operated. The farm’s operations encompass arable crops, floriculture, forestry, and certified seed potato production, alongside a strong commitment to community development and environmental stewardship.
Kisima’s arable program produces over 15,000 metric tonnes annually, including wheat, barley, peas, canola, and potatoes, using crop rotation, precision agriculture, minimum tillage, and controlled traffic systems. The farm adds value to its harvest through stone-ground wholemeal wheat flour and canola oil, which are marketed locally. Its floriculture division, established in 2001, spans 20 hectares of premium roses in greenhouses and additional outdoor production of summer flowers, exporting over 20 million stems annually to European markets. Kisima also manages a plantation forestry program, producing timber, poles, and wood products while maintaining sustainable practices such as integrated pest management, rainwater harvesting, and extensive tree planting.
The farm leads in certified seed potato production, delivering over 3,000 tonnes annually to more than 4,000 smallholder farmers through an accelerated 3G system, significantly increasing yields. Kisima employs advanced hydroponics, drip irrigation, and eco-friendly energy systems, including solar power, to maintain sustainability and carbon neutrality.
Through the Kisima Foundation, the farm invests in community development, supporting education, healthcare, water management, and agricultural training. Its initiatives include feeding programs for 6,000 children, scholarships, school infrastructure development, and the Gundua Health Centre, providing critical medical services to surrounding communities. Kisima combines high-quality agribusiness practices with ethical operations and social responsibility, making it a leading example of sustainable farming and community empowerment in Kenya.