Policy & Advocacy

Shaping a Supportive Regulatory Environment

AIFIP represents the collective voice of insect farmers, ensuring the industry is recognized and supported in national and regional policy frameworks.

What we do

Our advocacy ensures insect farming is part of Kenya’s broader agenda for food security, sustainability, and green growth.

  • Engage with KEBS, the Ministry of Agriculture, and other regulators to shape clear industry standards and guidelines.
  • Advocate for policies that support waste-to-protein solutions and sustainable agriculture.
  • Train members to comply with evolving national and international standards.
  • Develop public awareness campaigns highlighting the environmental and economic benefits of insect farming.
  • Participate in regional and global advocacy platforms for insect-based innovation.

Other key pillars

Research & Innovation

We connect science to practice-driving research that solves real challenges in insect farming and promotes sustainable innovation across the value chain.

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Market Expansion

We help members access markets, improve product quality, and build awareness of the value and impact of insect-based products. 

Access to Finance

We make the sector investment-ready by linking members with funding opportunities, investors, and financial literacy tools. 

Capacity Building & Knowledge Sharing

We empower farmers and entrepreneurs with access to practical, high-quality capacity building and knowledge that strengthens technical, business, and compliance skills. 

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

We unite government, research, private sector and other partners around shared goals for sustainable growth of the insect farming sector in Kenya.