The escalating cost of food in Kenya has been on an upward trajectory over recent years, with indications the trend will continue in the foreseeable future.
According to the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), Kenya has experienced a consistent population growth rate of approximately 2.0 percent per annum. However, the production of Kenya's primary staple crops, including maize, wheat, and rice, has exhibited either stagnant or dwindling trends.
