Top Harvest Farm is a dairy farming enterprise based in Kianjai, Kenya, seeking KES 5,000,000 in funding to expand its operations and contribute to the local economy. The farm aims to increase its herd size, venture into pasteurized milk production, and establish a biogas plant to process and package manure into biogas and fertilizer. Investment and Funding The entrepreneur has invested a total of Kes 2,000,000 in the business. Additionally, the company has secured a total amount of KES 925,180 from the Kenya Climate Innovation Center (KCIC). Project Objectives Expand Herd Size: Increase the herd from the current 15 to 100 animals. Pasteurized Milk Production: Venture into pasteurized milk production targeting the ATM market. Biogas Plant Establishment: Set up a biogas plant to process and package manure into biogas and fertilizer. Job Creation: Provide permanent employment opportunities for more than 30 youths and women, and engage more than 50 casual laborers. Climate Change Mitigation: Contribute to positive climate change practices through the use of organic manure and biogas, reducing reliance on harmful fuels. Community Development: Increase participation in dairy farming in the local area, leading to increased support from the local government. Market Penetration: Capture at least 50% of the market share in the Kianjai catchment area. Project Benefits Improved Nutrition: Contribute to improved nutrition and school enrollment by providing free milk for pupils in over 800 early childhood development education centers. Economic Growth: Stimulate the local economy through job creation, increased dairy farming activities, and the sale of high-pedigree cows and manure. Sustainability: Promote sustainable practices by reducing reliance on harmful fuels and utilizing organic waste for biogas production. Food Security: Contribute to food security by ensuring a reliable and consistent supply of milk to the local community. Top Harvest Farm is a promising venture with a strong potential to make a significant impact on the local economy and environment. With the support of funding and the implementation of its expansion plans, the farm can contribute to the development of the dairy industry in Kenya and improve the livelihoods of the local community.

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