CFAs: Beneficiary Grant for Coffee Quality Infrastructure and Extension Services (Kenya)

The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) invites qualified Farmers’ Cooperative Societies (FCS) in Kenya to apply for a Beneficiary Grant under the “Inclusive and Sustainable Coffee Value Chain in Kenya” project. This grant supports investment in coffee quality infrastructure and extension services. The application deadline is 6 November 2026. The Beneficiary Grant aims to enhance the coffee sector in Kenya by supporting cooperative societies in building in-house coffee quality infrastructure and strengthening cooperative extension services. This initiative is part of FAO’s “Inclusive and Sustainable Coffee Value Chain in Kenya” project. Grant recipients can use the funds for: Cooperatives are required to co-finance a minimum of 15% cash specifically for hiring sensory/cupping or extension staff during the project period. To apply, cooperatives must meet the following criteria: Priority is given to cooperatives in emerging coffee-producing counties south of the Rift Valley. This grant supports the transformation of Kenya’s coffee sector by enabling cooperatives to enhance their quality infrastructure, train and employ local youth and women, and improve service delivery to farmers. This builds a foundation for accessing formal credit and establishing direct trade relationships. What is the purpose of the Beneficiary Grant? The grant aims to develop coffee quality infrastructure and extension services in Kenyan cooperatives. Who can apply for this grant? Eligible applicants are duly registered Farmers’ Cooperative Societies in Kenya with a history of over 10 years and at least 1,500 smallholder members. What is the application deadline? Applications must be submitted by 6 November 2026. How will the funds be used? Funds are for purchasing coffee quality equipment, retrofitting laboratories, and acquiring extension service tools. Where can I find the application form? The application form is available through the link provided above. Eligible cooperatives should carefully review the official guidelines and submit their applications by the deadline to take advantage of this opportunity to enhance their coffee quality infrastructure and services.