Gicheha Farm in Rongai, Nakuru County, has listed a wide range of pedigree livestock for sale, giving farmers an opportunity to buy animals from several established breeds.
The farm, which is widely associated with the Kenyatta family, is known for its dairy operations and has supplied raw milk to Brookside Dairy. It has also built a livestock-breeding and export business targeting both Kenyan and international buyers.
Among the animals listed are dairy cattle, goats, sheep, pigs and poultry, with prices varying according to breed, age and other characteristics.
For dairy farmers, Friesian cattle are among the options available. The breed is known for high milk production and is listed at between $850 and $2,500, equivalent to approximately KSh110,000 to KSh323,600 based on the exchange-rate conversions provided.
Girolando cattle are also available, with listed prices ranging from $900 to $2,200, or roughly KSh116,500 to KSh284,800.
Jersey cows are priced between $750 and $1,900, translating to about KSh97,100 to KSh246,000. The breed is particularly valued for milk with relatively high butterfat content.
Ayrshire cattle are listed at between $800 and $2,000, while Guernsey animals range from $820 to $2,100. Brown Swiss cattle are among the higher-priced options, with listed prices of $950 to $2,300.
The farm’s goat selection includes Saanen, Nubian, Alpine and Toggenburg breeds. Saanen goats, widely kept for dairy production, are listed at between $140 and $260, while Nubian goats range from $170 to $300.
Sheep buyers can choose from breeds including Red Maasai, Merino and Dorper. Red Maasai sheep start at about $120, while Merino sheep can cost up to $420. Dorper sheep are listed at between $180 and $400, with some lambs starting at about $39.
The pig section includes breeds such as Yorkshire and Berkshire. Berkshire pigs are listed at between $250 and $700.
For smaller-scale and poultry farmers, the farm also lists several chicken breeds. Kuroiler chickens start at about $6 each, while ISA Brown chickens are listed at up to $12.
The farm says animals supplied to customers are accompanied by health documentation, vaccination records and after-sale support. Its export operations also involve veterinary and logistics arrangements for buyers outside Kenya.
The range of breeds highlights the growing commercial value of improved genetics in livestock farming, particularly for farmers seeking animals selected for milk production, meat quality, adaptability or reproduction.
However, the listed prices should not be interpreted as a fixed market price for every animal. The final cost of livestock can vary depending on factors such as age, sex, pedigree, production history, pregnancy status, health and transportation requirements.
For farmers considering pedigree animals, these factors are important because the purchase price is only part of the overall investment. Feeding, veterinary care, housing, breeding management and transport can significantly affect the cost of keeping improved livestock.
Gicheha Farm’s extensive catalogue therefore provides buyers with several options, from high-value dairy cattle to goats, sheep, pigs and poultry, while giving an indication of the prices attached to different breeds.