President William Ruto visited his Koilel Dairy Farm in Uasin Gishu County after completing his official engagements in neighbouring Trans Nzoia County, taking a brief break from his busy schedule to check on his agricultural activities.
According to an update shared by his adviser, Dennis Itumbi, the president made the farm visit after participating in the Mazingira Day celebrations held in Endebess, Trans Nzoia County. The event included tree-planting activities aimed at promoting environmental conservation and encouraging the protection of natural resources.
Itumbi confirmed the president’s visit in a statement highlighting his activities following the celebrations.
“After tree planting activities in Trans Nzoia today, The President took time to check out his Koilel Dairy Farm” reads an update by Dennis Itumbi.
Koilel Dairy Farm is situated in Uasin Gishu County, which borders Trans Nzoia, making the stop convenient after the president’s engagements in the neighbouring county. The visit also highlighted Ruto’s continuing interest in farming alongside his responsibilities as head of state.
The president has previously spoken openly about his passion for agriculture, particularly dairy farming. During the recent Agricultural and Food Systems Transformation Summit, he described his farm as a special place and explained how much he values spending time there.
Ruto reportedly admitted that staying away from the farm for an extended period affects him emotionally. Speaking about his attachment to the property, he said he feels unwell when he goes many days, sometimes approaching three weeks, without visiting.
His latest appearance at Koilel Dairy Farm has renewed public interest in his agricultural activities and the farming methods he employs. The visit also offered an opportunity to highlight the role of modern dairy production in supporting agricultural development and food security in Kenya.
Dairy farming remains an important part of Kenya’s agricultural sector, providing milk for domestic consumption while supporting farmers, workers and businesses involved in production and distribution. Investments in improved livestock management, feeding practices and farm technology can help increase productivity and strengthen the industry.
Ruto’s visit came after a day focused on environmental conservation, creating a connection between tree planting and his personal agricultural interests. Both activities are linked to broader discussions about sustainable land use, environmental protection and food production.
Although the farm visit was not described as a separate official engagement, it demonstrated the president’s continued personal involvement in farming. The update shared by Itumbi provided Kenyans with another glimpse into Ruto’s agricultural interests beyond his public duties.
The visit also reinforces the president’s public emphasis on agriculture as an important contributor to Kenya’s economic development and rural livelihoods.