Aiden Kiprop 
The Anti-Counterfeit Authority – Kenya, in partnership with the National Police Service and other enforcement agencies, has intercepted 233 bags of counterfeit fertilizer worth Ksh 23 million in Molo, Nakuru County.
Two suspects have been arrested and are facing prosecution under the Anti-Counterfeit Act, 2008.
Speaking at a media briefing in Eldoret, ACA Executive Director, Dr. Robi M. N. King’a, underscored the threat of counterfeit agricultural inputs to Kenya’s food security and economic stability. He urged farmers to remain vigilant, as fake fertilizers degrade soil quality, reduce yields, and cause financial losses.
Speaking at the event, the Aca Kenya Chair of the Audit Board Committee Ms. Neddy Jeruto Kiptoo singled out that counterfeit agro-inputs remain a major issue in Rift Valley, Nairobi, and Coastal regions, where farmers are particularly vulnerable.
ACA’s Call to Action for Farmers and the Public:
Verify before you buy – Purchase from trusted suppliers and check for certification marks.
Report suspicious products – Call 0717 430 640, visit ACA offices (Kiptagich Building, 3rd Floor), or report via Anti-Counterfeit Authority – Kenya on social media.
Stay informed – Participate in ACA’s awareness programs and consumer education campaigns.Support enforcement efforts – Collaborate in the fight against counterfeit agro-inputs.
This latest operation follows an earlier raid in Kariokor, Nairobi, where over 19,000 counterfeit fertilizer bags were seized, disrupting illegal repackaging schemes.
From 2020 to 2025, ACA has confiscated counterfeit fertilizers worth Ksh 7.4 million and fake agrochemicals valued at Ksh 39.7 million, significantly crippling counterfeit supply chains.
Hon. Jeddy assured Rift valley farmers that the Authority will continue to work with regional and international partners, including the East African Community (EAC), to curb the entry of counterfeit agricultural products into Kenya.
ACA appreciates the continued support of law enforcement agencies, regulatory bodies, and agricultural stakeholders.
The media also plays a vital role in exposing counterfeit operations and educating farmers.
ACA remains steadfast in protecting farmers and securing Kenya’s agricultural sector through intensified enforcement, public awareness, and collaboration.
