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INOGOF Organic Farmers Market Moves to a New Home in Garden Estate

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INOGOF Organic Farmers Market Moves to a New Home in Garden Estate The Innovative Organic Group of Farmers (INOGOF) is excited to announce the relocation of the INOGOF Organic Farmers Market to a new and vibrant venue at Redspot Garden Restaurant, Garden Estate. This move marks an important milestone in the market’s journey and reflects […]

Call for Proposal: KAAT Consultancy for KA4S Agroecology Project

December 16, 2025/0 Comments/in Agroecology, Blog, EOE, Ongoing Project, projects and programs, vacancy /by Admin

Pioneering Sustainable Food Systems: KOAN Calls for Experts to Develop the Kenya Agroecology Assessment Tool (KAAT) Kenya’s agricultural landscape is evolving rapidly. With the 2024 launch of the National Agroecology Strategy for Food Systems Transformation (NAS–FST), agroecology—blending ecological principles with social, economic, and cultural factors—is gaining momentum. Yet, a critical gap remains: no harmonized system […]

INOGOF Organic Farmers Market Moves to a New Home in Garden Estate

January 30, 2026/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Admin

Call for Proposal: KAAT Consultancy for KA4S Agroecology Project

December 16, 2025/0 Comments/in Agroecology, Blog, EOE, Ongoing Project, projects and programs, vacancy /by Admin

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INOGOF Organic Farmers Market Moves to a New Home in Garden Estate

January 30, 2026/0 Comments/in Uncategorized /by Admin

INOGOF Organic Farmers Market Moves to a New Home in Garden Estate

The Innovative Organic Group of Farmers (INOGOF) is excited to announce the relocation of the INOGOF Organic Farmers Market to a new and vibrant venue at Redspot Garden Restaurant, Garden Estate. This move marks an important milestone in the market’s journey and reflects the group’s continued growth, resilience, and commitment to bringing certified organic products closer to consumers.

The new venue offers a serene garden setting that aligns well with the values of organic agriculture, healthy living, and community engagement. While the market currently operates under natural tree shade, plans are underway to further improve the space to ensure comfort during all seasons.

About INOGOF

The Innovative Organic Group of Farmers (INOGOF) is a dynamic collective of sixteen (16) dedicated organic farmers cultivating approximately twenty-five (25) acres of land. The group produces a wide range of certified organic products, including vegetables, fruits, cereals, herbs, potatoes, bananas, arrow roots, cassava, as well as fish, indigenous chicken, dairy, and goat products.

Established over ten years ago, the INOGOF Organic Farmers Market began modestly with just two tables at Funzone Restaurant. Over the years, it has steadily grown in both product diversity and sales volumes, driven by increasing consumer awareness of organic foods and the farmers’ continuous learning in organic production and value addition.

INOGOF envisions a more inclusive and empowering organic system that strengthens farmer livelihoods while transforming the organic agriculture landscape in Kenya. The group has proudly held the Kilimohai Organic Certification under the Participatory Guarantee Systems (PGS) since 2015, assuring consumers of credible, locally verified organic standards.

What Shoppers Can Expect at the New Location

The INOGOF Organic Farmers Market remains a one-stop destination for fresh, seasonal, and value-added organic products sourced directly from farmers. Shoppers can expect:

A wide variety of fresh vegetables, including leafy greens, cabbages, carrots, beetroot, and indigenous vegetables.
Fruits and value-added products such as mangoes, avocados, bananas, dragon fruit, kombucha, smoothies, and tomato products.
Animal-sourced products, including indigenous eggs and chicken, fresh cow and goat milk, kefir, mala, and assorted yogurts.
Staple foods and carbohydrates, including rice, maize flour, beans, sweet potatoes, cassava, arrow roots, and green bananas.
Natural wellness and beauty products, essential oils, herbal teas, honey, skincare, and haircare products.
Organic farm inputs, including liquid fertilizers and pesticides.

This diversity reflects INOGOF’s strong focus on nutrition, sustainability, and value addition across the organic value chain.

Visit the INOGOF Organic Farmers Market

Consumers, partners, and organic food enthusiasts are warmly invited to visit the INOGOF Organic Farmers Market at its new location:

Venue: Redspot Garden Restaurant, Garden Estate
Market Days: Every Saturday
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

By shopping at the INOGOF Organic Farmers Market, consumers directly support local organic farmers, sustainable food systems, and healthier communities. KOAN looks forward to continued collaboration with INOGOF in promoting organic agriculture and expanding access to certified organic products in urban markets.

For more updates on organic markets and initiatives, follow KOAN through our website and social media platforms.

Call for Proposal: KAAT Consultancy for KA4S Agroecology Project

December 16, 2025/0 Comments/in Agroecology, Blog, EOE, Ongoing Project, projects and programs, vacancy /by Admin

Pioneering Sustainable Food Systems: KOAN Calls for Experts to Develop the Kenya Agroecology Assessment Tool (KAAT)

Kenya’s agricultural landscape is evolving rapidly. With the 2024 launch of the National Agroecology Strategy for Food Systems Transformation (NAS–FST), agroecology—blending ecological principles with social, economic, and cultural factors—is gaining momentum. Yet, a critical gap remains: no harmonized system exists to verify and market agroecological (AE) products, eroding consumer trust and farmer opportunities.

Enter the Kenya Agroecology Assessment Tool (KAAT), a game-changer KOAN is developing under the KA4S project (Kilimo Hai Agroecology for Schools). Funded by The Rockefeller Foundation and implemented with Practical Action and FiBL, this initiative pilots in Murang’a County from August 2025 to January 2028. KAAT will adapt global tools like FAO’s TAPE (for performance evaluation) and Biovision’s F-ACT (farmer-focused) into a single, PGS-friendly framework. It powers the new Kilimohai Blue Mark, enabling peer-assessed certification for farms, landscapes, and value chains—linking 800+ farmers (especially women and marginalized groups) to schools, markets, and beyond.

Why KAAT Matters

Builds Trust: Ensures Agroecology products meet Kenya-specific standards for production, marketing, and consumption.
Boosts Livelihoods: Integrates PGS for traceability, school feeding programs, and mainstream markets.
Drives Policy: Generates evidence for national scale-up via Participatory Market Chain Approach (PMCA).

The Consultancy Opportunity

KOAN seeks experienced consultants (individuals or firms) for a 10-week assignment:

Analyze TAPE/F-ACT against Kenyan contexts.
Engage stakeholders (farmers, government, traders) via workshops and pilots.
Deliver KAAT prototype, user manual, training materials, and a validation workshop.

Ideal Profile: Advanced degree in agroecology/agriculture; 7+ years in assessment tools; TAPE/F-ACT expertise; participatory facilitation skills.

Download the full Terms of Reference here and submit your expression of interest to procurement@koan.co.ke with a copy to Eustace ekiarii@koan.co.ke by 31st December 2025.

Help shape Kenya’s agroecological future!

Stay tuned for updates on KA4S and join KOAN’s network for capacity building and market linkages.

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Visit the INOGOF Organic Farmers Market

Call for Proposal: KAAT Consultancy for KA4S Agroecology Project

Pioneering Sustainable Food Systems: KOAN Calls for Experts to Develop the Kenya Agroecology Assessment Tool (KAAT)

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