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Full List of KTDA-Managed Tea Factories in Kenya

  • BY waceke
  • October 21, 2024
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Kenya is one of the world’s leading tea producers, thanks to its favorable climate and dedicated farmers. A crucial part of this success is the Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA), which plays a pivotal role in managing the processing and marketing of tea produced by small-scale farmers across the country. With 72 operational factories spread across 17 counties, KTDA ensures the smooth operation and quality control of tea production from the farm to the market.

What is the Role of KTDA in Kenya’s Tea Industry?

The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) is a key player in Kenya’s tea sector. Founded to represent small-scale tea farmers, the agency oversees all stages of the tea value chain, from growing and harvesting to processing and marketing. The organization ensures that smallholder farmers get competitive prices for their produce, maintains quality standards, and drives investments in modern processing facilities.

How KTDA Supports Small-Scale Farmers

KTDA manages factories that are owned by tea farmers through a cooperative model. The farmers are shareholders in the factories and benefit from dividends based on the performance of their respective factories. This model allows farmers to be involved in decision-making processes and directly benefit from the profits generated through their produce.

List of KTDA-Managed Factories in Kenya

Here is a complete list of all KTDA-managed tea factories in Kenya, including their respective locations:

Tea Manufacturer (Factory)Location
1. Chinga Tea Factory Co. LtdKagicha, Othaya South
2. Boito Tea Factory Co. LtdBoito, Konoin
3. Chebut Tea Factory Co. LtdKapsabet
4. Chelal Tea Factory Co. LtdRoret, Litein
5. Eberege Tea Factory Co. LtdSouth Mugirango
6. Gacharage Tea Factory Co. LtdMununga, Thika
7. Gachege Tea Factory Co. LtdGatundu North, Thika
8. Gathuthi Tea Factory Co. LtdNyeri
9. Gatunguru Tea Factory Co. LtdKagema, Kiriti
10. Gianchore Tea Factory Co. LtdKeera, Nyamira
11. Githambo Tea Factory Co. LtdKahuro
12. Githongo Tea Factory Co. LtdMeru Central
13. Gitugi Tea Factory Co. LtdOthaya, Mahiga
14. Igembe Tea Factory Co. LtdMaua, Meru North
15. Ikumbi Tea Factory Co. LtdIkumbi, Thika
16. Imenti Tea Factory Co. LtdNkubu, Marimba, Meru
17. Iriaini Tea Factory Co. LtdOthaya, Iriaini North
18. Itumbe Tea Factory Co. LtdGionsaria, Nyamache
19. Kagwe Tea Factory Co. LtdGithunguri
20. Kambaa Tea Factory Co. LtdGithunguri, Thika
21. Kangaita Tea Factory Co. LtdKigumo, Kerugoya
22. Kanyenyaini Tea Factory Co. LtdKangema
23. Kapkatet Tea Factory Co. LtdLitein
24. Kapkoros Tea Factory Co. LtdSibaiyan, Litein
25. Kapsara Tea Factory Co. LtdKitale
26. Kapset Tea Factory Co. LtdKericho
27. Kaptumo Tea Factory Co. LtdKapsabet
28. Kathangariri Tea Factory Co. LtdEmbu
29. Kebirigo Tea Factory Co. LtdKebirigo
30. Kenyakea Tea Factory Co. LtdKebirigo
31. Kiamokama Tea Factory Co. LtdGesusu, Keroka
32. Kiegoi Tea Factory Co. LtdMaua, Meru North
33. Kimunye Tea Factory Co. LtdKerugoya
34. Kinoro Tea Factory Co. LtdImenti South
35. Kionyo Tea Factory Co. LtdNkubu
36. Kiru Tea Factory Co. LtdKiria-ini
37. Kobel Tea Factory Co. LtdKericho
38. Kuri/Ndarugu Tea Factory Co. LtdGatundu, Thika
39. Litein Tea Factory Co. LtdKisiara, Roret, Litein
40. Makomboki Tea Factory Co. LtdThika
41. Mataara Tea Factory Co. LtdChania, Thika
42. Matunwa Tea Factory Co. LtdNyansiogo
43. Michimikuru Tea Factory Co. LtdNyambane Hills, Tigania
44. Mogogosiek Tea Factory Co. LtdBoito, Konoin
45. Momul Tea Factory Co. LtdChemamul, Kericho
46. Motigo Tea Factory Co. LtdLitein
47. Mudete Tea Factory Co. LtdMbale, Maragoli
48. Mungania Tea Factory Co. LtdKagaari North, Embu
49. Mununga Tea Factory Co. LtdKagumo, Kerugoya
50. Ndima Tea Factory Co. LtdKaratina
51. Nduti Tea Factory Co. LtdKangari
52. Ngere Tea Factory Co. LtdKariara, Thika
53. Njunu Tea Factory Co. LtdThika
54. Nyamache Tea Factory Co. LtdGionsaria, Nyamache
55. Nyankoba Tea Factory Co. LtdKeroka
56. Nyansiongo Tea Factory Co. LtdKisii
57. Ogembo Tea Factory Co. LtdTendere, Gucha
58. Olunguruone Tea Factory Co. LtdMolo
59. Ragati Tea Factory Co. LtdKagochi, Karatina
60. Rianyamwamu Tea Factory Co. LtdKeroka
61. Rorok Tea Factory Co. LtdKonoin, Kericho
62. Rukuriri Tea Factory Co. LtdRunyenjes
63. Sanganyi Tea Factory Co. LtdKebirigo
64. Sombogo Tea Factory Co. LtdKisii
65. Tebesonik Tea Factory Co. LtdLitein
66. Tegat Tea Factory Co. LtdWaldai, Kericho
67. Theta Tea Factory Co. LtdGatundu, Thika
68. Thumaita Tea Factory Co. LtdKianyaga
69. Tirgaga Tea Factory Co. LtdLitein
70. Tombe Tea Factory Co. LtdCentral Kitutu, Kisii
71. Toror Tea Factory Co. LtdKericho
72. Weru Tea Factory Co. LtdMuthambi, Chuka

KTDA’s Impact on the Kenyan Economy

The KTDA factories process over 60% of the tea produced in Kenya, contributing significantly to foreign exchange earnings. The tea industry also provides employment to millions of Kenyans directly through farming and indirectly through services such as transport, packaging, and export logistics. The Mombasa Tea Auction, where most of Kenya’s tea is sold, is a vital marketplace connecting Kenyan tea with global buyers.

KTDA Contacts

For more information on KTDA operations or inquiries, you can reach them through the following contacts:

Kenya’s tea sector, backed by the efficient management of KTDA, continues to thrive as a vital part of the country’s agricultural economy. Through the cooperative model and dedication to quality, KTDA remains a key player in making Kenyan tea renowned worldwide.