The Kenya Seed Company (KSC) has announced immediate reduction in pricing for maize seeds for the 2025/2026 season, in line with a Presidential Directive aimed at making agricultural inputs more affordable for smallholder farmers.

In a letter to seed companies and stakeholders, the KSC confirmed that the government has allocated Ksh. 2 billion to support the implementation of the maize seed subsidy programme.

The revised pricing structure is designed to ensure that farmers, especially those in rural areas, can access quality maize seeds at subsidized rates.

As per the new pricing, maize will retail at KSh 260 for 1 kg, KSh 525 for 2 kg, KSh 2,625 for 10 kg, and KSh 6,560 for 25 kg.

The government’s initiative comes as part of broader efforts to boost agricultural productivity and food security in Kenya. The subsidy programme is expected to benefit millions of smallholder farmers, who often struggle with the high cost of agricultural inputs.

“The revised pricing is intended to make maize seeds more accessible and affordable, ensuring that farmers can plant high-yield varieties at a lower cost. This is a significant step towards ensuring that all farmers, regardless of their size, can access quality seeds at subsidized rates,” KSC said in a statement.

The government has emphasized that the allocation of Ksh. 2 billion is a clear signal of its commitment to supporting the agricultural sector and improving food security.

The programme is expected to be implemented immediately, with the goal of ensuring that farmers can benefit from the subsidies without delay.

KSC has also urged seed companies and stakeholders to comply with the directive and ensure that the subsidized prices are made available to farmers across the country.