Agriculture

Wanjiru Mambo
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Wanjiru Mambo

Wedgehut Foods Ltd

Agriculture
2023

Wanjiru Mambo #ZuriAwards 2023 Agriculture Honoree is a seasoned entreprenuer with over 10 years experience doing business the and the founder Wedgehut Foods Ltd a value addition business focusing on potatoes.They supply eateries,Hotels and institutions with ready to cook potatoes in different cut ;Chips/French fries,Cubes,Lyonnaise/Bhajia and Wedges.

Annrose Gathara
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Annrose Gathara

Founder of Organic Agriculture Solutions (OAS)

Agriculture
2022

Annrose Wanjugu is #ZuriAwards Agriculture Nominee she is 29 years old. She has a background in food security. She is the founder of Organic Agriculture Solutions (OAS). OAS builds the capacity of women in poultry feed formulation using black soldier fly larvae(BSFL) as the key protein ingredient. They have a demonstration farm where we use organic waste as substrate to rear BSFL. They hold trainings on their farm where women poultry farmers are trained on integrating Black Soldier fly Larvae with poultry so as to lower their production cost.

Judy Matu
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Judy Matu

Association of Women in Agriculture Kenya

Agriculture
2021

Judy Matu Agriculture Nominee # ZuriAwards 2021 is the National Chair Lady at the Association of Women in Agriculture Kenya (AWAK) where they build the capacity of small-scale women farmers and the vulnerable slum mothers to become informed decision makers and key industry players through training, value addition, financial inclusion and market linkages and advocacy.

Sheila Wambui Wachania
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Sheila Wambui Wachania

Aberdare Bloom

Agriculture
2019
Grace Nyokabi Ruiru
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Grace Nyokabi Ruiru

The Soil Inventory

Agriculture
2024

Introducing Grace Nyokabi Ruiru, the passionate founder and lead agronomist at The Soil Inventory! With a Bachelor of Science in Horticulture from Chuka University and a Master of Science in Agronomy finalist at Egerton University, Grace is dedicated to revolutionizing farming practices and promoting food security.

The Soil Inventory, founded in 2017, aims to bridge the gap between research, academics, and practical farming. From farmer education to hosting field days, farming, and offering consultation services, T.S.I. is committed to empowering farmers with knowledge and resources.

Graceā€™s dream? To establish the leading agri-hub in technology, mechanization, and agro-tourism, not just in Kenya but beyond! #FoodSecurityIsNigh

With physical locations in Nyandarua and Nakuru counties, The Soil Inventory serves as a one-stop shop for farmers, offering everything from agro-inputs to consultation services.

Mission: To lead agricultural production, inspire farmers, and provide beneficial platforms for agricultural development.

Vision: To become the premier agricultural hub, setting the standard for production, technology, and agribusiness, both nationally and internationally.

Business Statement: An informative, practical, and networking enterprise dedicated to empowering farmers and agricultural input manufacturers. 

Mary Karoki
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Mary Karoki

Onja Foods

Agriculture
2024

Meet Mary Karoki, a dynamic entrepreneur on a mission to revolutionize the food industry with her innovative venture, Onja Foods. At 31 years old, Mary is the driving force behind Onja Foods, an agri-processing food business dedicated to providing alternative food solutions to wheat.

Inspired by the desire to create awareness and promote healthier options, Mary founded Onja Foods with a focus on value addition to indigenous and drought-tolerant crops such as cassava, chickpea, and sweet potato. Through careful processing, Onja Foods produces high-quality flour from these nutritious crops, which is then transformed into a variety of delicious pastries.

With a passion for sustainability and community development, Mary is committed to supporting local farmers and promoting the cultivation of these resilient crops. By harnessing the power of indigenous ingredients, Onja Foods not only offers consumers healthier alternatives but also contributes to food security and economic empowerment in the community.

Under Maryā€™s leadership, Onja Foods is poised to make a significant impact on the food industry, paving the way for a more sustainable and nutritious future. Join Mary on her journey to revolutionize the way we think about food and embrace the power of indigenous crops with Onja Foods.