Kakuzi accelerates Digital Technology adoption efforts

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Kakuzi Managing Director Chris Flowers {L} with President William Ruto and Murang'a Governor Irungu Kang'ata during the function-Photo Courtesy  

By Dickson Odhiambo

August 17,2026

Kakuzi accelerates Digital Technology adoption efforts

The Kakuzi Plc has stepped up its agricultural technology (Ag-Tech) adoption strategy as part of an elaborate business development plan, the firm’s Managing Director,  Chris Flowers say.

 

As part of the Kakuzi Ag-Tech adoption strategy, the firm has established a fully-fledged Digital Agricultural Transformation Department to spearhead technology adoption and application across its operating fronts.

 

Flowers say the department, which a Digital Agricultural Transformation Manager will head, will enable the firm to accelerate Ag-Tech ventures necessary for its transition to climate-smart agriculture.

 

“The Kakuzi Ag-Tech journey is firmly on course and is anchored on several sustainability initiatives and resilient agronomy practices that we continue to embed across all operations,” Flowers say.

 

He adds that as they face more and more uncertainty and unpredictability in their traditional climatic patterns, it is essential that agriculture adapts and adopts new technology.

 

Among other initiatives, Kakuzi is actively implementing Artificial Intelligence (AI), machine learning, and data analytics solutions to improve decision-making and operational performance.

 

Flowers say the Kakuzi Macadamia Processing Plant already incorporates an AI-powered Intelligent Optical Sorting system that automates macadamia nut grading to boost production quality.

 

He adds that the firm is also deploying the latest Ag-Tech technology in the fields alongside enhanced drone security surveillance system.

 

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