Climate Change Hits Kenyan Tea Yields, Affecting Farmers in Bomet and Kericho
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- Developments
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What happened
Tea farmers in Kenya, who supply UK supermarkets, have warned that unpredictable climate conditions are reducing yields and increasing input costs in regions like Bomet and Kericho. These areas have experienced extreme weather, including drought and unexpected wet periods. Production across five cooperatives in Kericho fell by 30% in May and June this year compared to typical harvests.
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Why it matters
Kenya supplies half of the black tea consumed by Britain. While global tea prices have surged, farmers in Bomet and Kericho are struggling financially as they harvest less and face rising costs, meaning middlemen and large corporations absorb most of the profits. This production shock affects a key sector of the Kenyan economy.
President William Ruto toured Kericho and Bomet counties, a tour linked to a court decision driving regulatory needs.
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Who's involved
- KenyaThe country where tea is grown and exported to international markets.
- BometA region in Kenya where farmers are facing climate impacts on production.
- KerichoA city in Kenya where tea farming cooperatives are based and production has fallen.
- William RutoPresident of Kenya who conducted official tours in Bomet and Kericho.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Bomet CountySpeculative
Bomet County might see reduced local tax revenue and strain on the local economy due to lower agricultural output.
- KenyaSpeculative
Kenya might face a shock to its national economy due to severe production losses in the tea sector.