Dairy Goat Project: Nyeri County

Goat milk is rich in protein, calcium, and healthy fats. It is easier to digest than cow’s milk, making it especially valuable for children, the elderly, and people with lactose sensitivities. With rising consumer interest in alternative dairy products, goat farming offers women farmers a pathway into high-value niche markets.

Goat manure is a lucrative by-product in high demand among farmers for its ability to improve soil fertility. At MHI, we integrate this into our model by using goat manure in our Nyeri seedling nursery, reducing reliance on chemical fertilisers and promoting regenerative farming. The sale of manure also provides an additional income stream for women farmers.

We are promoting manure as an organic fertiliser alternative, especially for horticulture and seedling propagation, linking women farmers to local markets where goat manure is highly sought.

To transform our small herd into a demonstration enterprise that proves how women-led goat farming can deliver nutritious food, sustainable livelihoods, and new business opportunities. 

We are integrating training, cooperative models & value addition for a resilient dairy goat value chain that empowers women and strengthens our community.