Hello followers, Welcome to another day of our CEREALS BUSINESS TRAINING.
After setting up your shop, the next step is to source for a good supplier.
A supplier can be anyone who can provide you with your basic cereal needs.
There are many suppliers in Kenya and it is possible to buy from multiple ones at once without them competing over you.
Some of the questions that will help you decide on a supplier are;
How much does their cereal cost?
What is their payment option?
Do they provide discounts for bulk buying? This is the best option if you want to save some money.
What kind of transportation do they provide? You will need to know how far your supplier is from your shop in order to determine this.
Other qualities of a good supplier include:
- Honest
- They respond to your requests quickly.
- Brings your products consistently.
- Good packaging that doesn’t damage the cereal inside.
- Easy to communicate with
Keep in mind that you can either buy the cereals directly from the farmers or a wholesaler such as the Kenya cereals board. You can also import your cereals if you get a good supplier from outside the country.
LEGUMES RETAIL AND WHOLESALE PRICES
1. Dengu Ordinary, Green Grams (India Green Mung)
Dengu Ordinary, Green Grams (India Green Mung) is readily available locally. However the ordinary dengu is the least popular variety, the reason being the small grain makes sorting of the product a challenge, secondly the grain does not mature evenly resulting in a lot of wastage at household consumption level.
The commodity has become increasing unpopular with customers.
Retail Ksh130($1.30)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh120($1.20)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh10,800($108.00).
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports the wholesale price/90kg bag at Nyandarua Ksh10,998($110), Kajiado Ksh12,000($120), Kitale, Ksh13,500($135), Isiolo, Ksh6,000($60), Nakuru Ksh9,000($90), Siaya Ksh10,800($108).
RATIN reports wholesale price/kg in Uganda at Masindi, Ksh109($1.09)/kg, Lira, Ksh55($0.55)/kg, Gulu Ksh68($0.68)/kg.
2. Dengu Polish/Nylon green-grams (India – Mung)
Dengu Polish/Nylon green-grams (India – Mung), varies from the ordinary because of their polished look, hence the name Polish or Nylon.
Retail Ksh130($1.30)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh120($1.20)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh10,800($108.00).
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports the wholesale price/90kg bag at Nyandarua Ksh10,998($110), Tharaka Nithi Ksh8,496($85), Kajiado Ksh12,000($120), Kitale, Ksh13,500($135), Isiolo, Ksh6,000($60), Nakuru Ksh9,000($90), Eldoret Ksh13,500($135), Siaya Ksh10,800($108), Vihiga Ksh10,800($108).
RATIN reports wholesale prices/kg at Kenya; Nairobi, Ksh108($1.08), Nakuru, Ksh103($1.03), Makueni, Ksh94($0.94), Machakos, Ksh89($0.89). Rwanda; Gicumbi, Ksh86 ($0.86), Uganda; Lira, Ksh49($0.49), Kampal Ksh76($0.76). Tanzania, Kigoma, Ksh56($0.56), Iringa Ksh104($1.04).
3. Green grams (Kenya Dengu, Makueni/Uncle variety), Uganda (Cotton variety) (India – Mung)
Green grams (Kenya Dengu, Makueni/Uncle variety), Uganda (Cotton variety) (India – Mung), bigger grains than ordinary and nylon, the variety with a more dusty look, it is tastier and cooks evenly.
It is the preferred variety for household consumption and is grown Makueni, Kitui, and Matuu Kenya.
Retail Ksh160($1.60)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh150($1.50)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh13,500($135.00).
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports the wholesale price/90kg bag Kirinyaga Ksh10,998($110), Nakuru Ksh9,504($95.04), Nyeri Ksh9,000($90).
RATIN reports retail prices/kg of Kenya; Nairobi Ksh122($1.22), Nakuru, Ksh112($1.12), Machakos, Ksh112($1.12), Makueni Ksh112($1.12). Rwanda; Gicumbi Ksh97($0.97), Ksh94($0.94), Uganda; Masindi Ksh.68($0.68), Lira, Ksh.49($0.49), Gulu, Ksh.46 ($0.46) Tanzania; Arusha, Ksh109($1.09), Iringa, Ksh104($1.04).
4. Dolichos (Njahi, Mbumbu)
Dolichos (Njahi, Mbumbu) is popular for it’s high protein nutritional value. Excellent meal for nursing mothers as it is traditional known to aid in breast milk production.
Retail Ksh130($1.30); Wholesale Price Ksh120($1.20); 90Kg Bag Ksh10,800($108.00).
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture report price/90kg bag, Bag at Nyandaru Ksh6,804($68.04), Nyeri Ksh6,498($64.98), Nakuru Ksh6,804($68.04), West Pokot Ksh6,750($67.50).
RATIN reports wholesale prices/kg, Kenya; Nairobi, Ksh141($1.41), Nakuru, Ksh154($1.54), Rwanda; Gicumbi, Ksh86($0.86), Uganda; Lira Ksh60($0.60)/kg, Kapchorwa, Ksh60($0.60)/kg, Uganda; Masindi Ksh63(0.63)/kg, Lira Ksh60($0.60), Gulu Ksh71($0.71), Kampala Ksh65($0.65)/kg, Masind Ksh63($0.63), Tanzania; Arusha, Ksh130($1.30), South Sudan; Juba, Ksh190($1.9).
5. Dengu Special
Dengu Special, brown grain popular due to its filling and does not cause heartburn or digestive gas in comparison with the ordinary green-gram.
Retail Ksh120($1.20)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh110($1.10)/kg; 100Kg Bag Ksh11,000($110.00).
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports the wholesale price/90kg bag at Nakuru Ksh5,400($54.00), West Poko Ksh10,800($108).
6. Lentils (Kamande)
Lentils (Kamande) is imported into Kenya from India, and is currently selling at Retail Ksh260($2.60)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh250($2.50); 50Kg Bag Ksh12,500($125.00).
The Canada imported lentils are currently selling for Retail Ksh280($2.80)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh250($2.50); 50kg Bag Ksh12,500($125.00).
7. Moong Dall
Moong Dall, is split green gram, grown locally in Makueni and Matuu, Kenya. The dall is a favourite among the Indians, Somalis, and Arabs.
The product is currently selling at Retail Ksh180($1.80)/kg, Wholeslae Price of Ksh170($1.70)/kg; Ksh8,500($85)/50kg Bag.
8. Chania
Chania, is split chick, and is a favourite among the Indians, Somalis, and Arabs.
The product is currently selling at Retail Ksh180($1.80)/kg, Wholesale Price of Ksh170($1.70)/kg; Ksh8,500($85.00)/50kg Bag.
PEAS RETAIL AND WHOLESALE PRICES
1. White Cow Peas/ cowpeas/ Black Eyed peas (Kunde)
White Cow Peas/ cowpeas/ Black Eyed peas (Kunde), popular meal when served with rice or ugali.
Retail Ksh120($1.20)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh110($1.10)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh9,900($99.00)
RATIN reports wholesale prices Kenya, Mombasa Ksh101($1.01), Meru, Ksh66($0.66)/kg.
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports 90kg bags prices of Kirinyaga Ksh6,696($66.96), Nakuru Ksh9,000($90), Siaya Ksh8,397($83.97), Tharaka Nithi Ksh5,499($54.99), Vihiga Ksh7,200($72).
2. Red Cow Peas/ cowpeas (Kunde)
Red Cow Peas/ cowpeas (Kunde), popular meal when served with rice or ugali.
Retail Ksh120($1.20)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh110($1.10)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh9,900($199.00)
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports 90kg bags prices of Kirinyaga Ksh6,696($66.96), Nakuru Ksh9,000($90), Siaya Ksh8,397($83.97), Tharaka Nithi Ksh5,499($54.99), Vihiga Ksh7,200($72).
RATIN reports wholesale prices Kenya, Nairobi Ksh67($0.67), Machakos Ksh55($0.55), Makueni Ksh51($0.51), Meru Ksh66($0.66), Tanzania, Dar Ksh69($0.69), Arusha Ksh69($0.69), Iringa, Ksh56($0.56). Uganda, Kampala Ksh109($1.09), Rwanda, Kimironko Ksh186($1.86), Gicumbi, Ksh153($1.53), Ruhengeri, Ksh142($1.42).
FEWSNET reports Somalia, Buale Ksh120($1.05), El Dhere Ksh181($1.58), Galkayo Ksh276($2.41), Merka Ksh166($1.45), Mogadishu Ksh166($1.45).
3. Brown Cow Peas/cowpeas (Kunde)
Brown Cow Peas/cowpeas (Kunde), Retail Ksh120($1.20)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh110($1.10)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh9,900($140.04).
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports 90kg bags prices of Kirinyaga Ksh6,696($66.96), Nakuru Ksh9,000($90), Siaya Ksh8,397($83.97), Tharaka Nithi Ksh5,499($54.99), Vihiga Ksh7,200($72).
RATIN reports wholesale prices Rwanda; Kimironko Ksh162($1.62), Ruhengeri Ksh140($1.40); Uganda; Lira Ksh46($0.46), Gulu Ksh46($0.46), Kampala Ksh97($0.97), Kapchorwa, Ksh82($0.82), Gulu Ksh82($0.82).
FEWSNET reports Nigeria, Diffa Ksh76($0.66), Sabon Machi Ksh71($0.62). Mozambique, Cho’kwe Ksh97($0.85), Moputo Ksh102($0.89)
4. Pigeon Peas (Mbaazi, Baazi).
Pigeon Peas (Mbaazi, Baazi). A popular alternative to beans, especially when fresh is a cheaper alternative to green peas.
Retail Ksh110($0.90)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh100($1.00)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh9,000($90.00).
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports wholesale prices per 90kg bag, at Nakuru, Ksh8,001($80), Nyandarua Ksh7,497($74.97), Nyeri Ksh8,001($80).
RATIN reports wholesale prices/kg at Kenya, Nairobi, Ksh80($0.80), Meru, Ksh46($0.46), South Sudan, Juba, Ksh127($1.27). Uganda, Masindi, Ksh77($0.77), Gulu, Ksh72($0.72).
5. Dry Green Peas (Mijii).
Dry Green Peas (Mijii). Dried green peas are a popular meal especially during festive seasons and are a popular alternative to the more expensive fresh beans.
Domestic consumption includes Mokimo (Mashed Potatoes and Peas), and vegetable stews.
Retail Kshs.120($1.20)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh110($1.10)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh9,900($99.00).
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports wholesale prices per 50kg bag, at Nairobi, Ksh4,845($48), Mombasa Ksh6,000($60), Kisumu Ksh2,700($27), Nakuru Ksh4,500($45), Eldoret Ksh6,120($61), Kajiado Ksh5,500($55), Malindi Ksh6,000($60).
RATIN reports wholesale prices/kg at Kenya; Meru Ksh56($0.56)/kg, Tanzania; Arusha Ksh109($1.09)/kg, Burundi, Ngozi Ksh135($1.35)/kg, Gitega, Ksh135($1.35), South Sudan; Juba Ksh127($1.27). Uganda; Masindi Ksh82($0.82), Gulu Ksh82($0.82).
MAIZE/CORN RETAIL AND WHOLESALE PRICES
1. Dry Maize
Dry Maize, (Tanzania – Mahindi) is Kenya’s staple food. Retail Ksh70($0.70)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh65($0.65)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh5,850($58.50).
The Government of Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reported market wholesale price/90kg bag at Baringo Ksh6,003($50.62), Embu Ksh7,002($59.04), Kwale- Samburu Ksh15,750($132.80),
Mpeketoni Ksh5,400($46), Makueni Kambu Ksh6,102($51.45), Migori Ksh5,400($45.53), Nyeri Ksh6,003($50.62), Siaya Ksh5418($45.68), West Pokot Ksh7,200($60.71), Kisii Ksh4,599($38.78), Ukunda Ksh6,300($53.12), Machakos Ksh5,796 ($48.87), Makueni Nunguni Ksh7,002 ($59.04), Tharaka Nithi Ksh6,498($54.79), West Pokot Ksh6,120($51.60), Taita Tavet Ksh6,300($53.12), Kitale Ksh5,796($48.87), Kimilili Ksh7,650 ($64.50), Embu Ksh7,200 ($60.71), Isiolo Ksh7,101 ($59.87), Kericho Ksh7,452 ($62.61), Meru Ksh6,201($52.28), Uasin Gishu Ksh7,497 ($63.21).
FEWSNET reports retail price/kg of Ethiopia, Addis Ababa Ksh Ksh52($0.44), Bahir Dar Ksh52($0.44), Bure Ksh49.81($0.42), Nekemte Ksh46.25 ($0.39). Kenya, Mombasa Ksh66.67($0.58), Nairobi Ksh55($0.48). Somalia, Baido, Ksh65.23($0.55), Buale Ksh138.76 ($1.17), Burao Ksh88.95 ($0.75), Lugh Ksh74.72 ($0.63), Mogadishu Ksh80.65 ($0.68), Qorioley Ksh68.79 ($0.58). Tanzania, Dar Ksh45.07 ($0.38), Dodoma Ksh30.84 ($0.26), Mbeya Ksh32.02 ($0.27), Songea Ksh25.87 ($0.27), Kampala Ksh61.74 ($0,52), Masindi Ksh51.05 ($0.43)
Farmgain Africa reports wholesale price/kg Owino, Mbale, Soroti, Ksh49.87($0.42), Kisenyi, Masak, Iganga, Ksh46.30 ($0.39), Nakawa Ksh51.05 (0$0.43), Kalerwe, Arua, Lira, Tororo, Ksh52.24 ($0.44), Kiboga, Masindi, Kyankwenge, Ksh34.43 ($0.29). Tanzania wholesale price/kg Arusha Ksh48($0.41), Dodoma Ksh45($0.38), Kagera Ksh56($0.47), Lindi Ksh36($0.30), Manyara Ksh40($0.34), Morogoro Ksh42($0.35), Mtwara Ksh39($0.33), Mwanza Ksh54($0.45), Tabora Ksh42($0.35).
2. Muthokoi (De-husk) Maize
Muthokoi (De-husk) Maize, is a popular alternative to regular dried maize. Often cooked with beans, or other legumes.
Retail Ksh100($1.00)/kg, Wholesale Price Ksh96($0.96)/kg, 90Kg Bag Ksh8,640($86.40);
3. Yellow Maize
Yellow Maize. Not very popular for Kenyan domestic consumption.
Retail Ksh70($0.59)/kg, Wholesale Price Ksh65($0.55)/kg, 90Kg Bag Ksh5,850($49.27).
The Government of Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reported market wholesale price/90kg bag at Kisumu Ksh5,598 ($47.15), Kisii Ksh5,40($45.48), Migori Ksh4,680 ($39.42), NairobiKsh9,000 ($75.80).
FEWSNET June 2022 reports US, Gulf of Mexico Ksh41.55 ($$0.35), South Africa, Randfontein (SAFEX) Ksh36.81 ($0.31)
4. Popcorn
Popcorn, while very popular in Kenya, and is imported mostly from South Africa. Retail Ksh210($1.77)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh200($1.68); 25Kg Bag Ksh5,000($42.00).
The Government of Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reported market wholesale price/90kg bag at Nairobi Ksh 14,400 ($121.29)/90kg bag.
MILLED FLOUR RETAIL AND WHOLESALE PRICES
There is an increasingly demand for African Traditional Foods as the preferred choice of healthy eating.
Many household are opting to return to traditional breakfast meals (uji) and replacing maize with various other alternative as indicated below.
1. White Maize Meal (Ugali) flour
White Maize Meal (Ugali) flour is mostly used for making ugali (cornbread), and comes in two types of grades. Grade 1 (Sifted) in which the husks are first removed then the maize is milled. Grade 2 the maize is milled whole. This means that Grade 2 maize meal is high in fiber, and is the preferred healthy option.
Retail Ksh64($0.64)/kg; Wholesale Ksh62($0.62)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh5,580($55.80); Unsifted (Grade 2/ Whole Milled Maize), is a popular healthy option for making ugali, is selling at Retail Ksh64($0.64)/kg; Wholesale Ksh62($0.62)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh5,580($55.80).
RATIN reports retail prices/kg at DRC, Likasi, Ksh65($0.65), Uganda, Kampala Ksh58($0.58), Masindi Ksh55($0.55), Lira Ksh56($0.56), Gulu Ksh56($0.56), Iganga, Ksh39($0.39), Kabale Ksh56($0.56), Arua, Ksh45($0.45), Tororo Ksh42($0.42), South Sudan, Juba, Ksh127($1.27), Tanzania, Arusha Ksh48($0.48).
Farmgain reports wholesale prices/kg at Owino Ksh51($0.51), Kisenyim Ksh51($0.51), Kalerwe, Ksh54($0.54), Lira Ksh51($0.51), Mbale Ksh54($0.54) , Gulu Ksh54($0.54), Arua Ksh54($0.54).
2. Extra Fine White Maize Meal Flour
Extra Fine White Maize Meal Flour, Baridii (Kisra), Kaunga (Uganda, Rwanda) is used to make Uji (porridge) and Kisra (chapatti, pancake) by Sudanese.
Baridii flour cannot be used to make Ugali, because it will not cake.
Baridii is selling at Retail Ksh95($0.95)/kg, Wholesale Ksh90($0.90)/kg; 80Kg Bag Ksh7,200($72.00)
3. Rice Flour
Rice Flour is a gluten free porridge option for weaning babies. Rice flour is also used to make Tanzania Vibibi a gluten free rice and coconut pancake, Vitumbua – rice flour doughnuts, as well as Mahamri or Mandazi.
Rice Flour is selling at Retail ksh160/kg, Wholesale Ksh150/kg; and Ksh13,500/90 kg bag.
4. Pure Wimbi (Millet, Ulezi TZ) Flour
Pure Wimbi (Millet, Ulezi TZ) Flour is ground millet grain. Mostly used for breakfast porridge and highly recommended as a maize substitute for ugali for diabetic customers.
Retail Ksh135($1.35)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh125($1.25)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh11,250($112.50);
Farmgain reports wholesale prices/kg the following Uganda wholesale prices at Owino, Nakawa Ksh89($0.89), Kalerwe, Ksh95($0.95), Arua Ksh105($1.05), Kabale Ksh95($0.95), LiraKsh89($0.89), Masindi Ksh95($0.95), Mubende Ksh95($0.95), Kapchorwa ksh105 ($1.05), Mbale Ksh89($0.89) , Gulu Ksh89($0.89), Masaka Ksh83($0.83), Soroti Ksh95($0.95), Iganga Ksh102($1.02), Kamwenge Ksh95($0.95), Tororo Ksh105($1.05), Mbarara ksh95($0.95), Kyankwanzi Ksh102($1.02), Bugiri Ksh102($1.02), Kyenjonjo Ksh95($0.95), Kabarole Ksh95($0.95), Kyegegwa Ksh95($0.95).
5. Wheat Flour (Unsifted Grade 2), (Ngano/Attah/ Brown Chapati flour)
Wheat Flour (Unsifted Grade 2), (Ngano/Attah/ Brown Chapati flour) is high fiber wheat flour. It is popular for chapatti and ugali especially with West Africans and people from North Rift Valley.
Retail Ksh70($0.70)/kg; Wholesale Ksh65($0.65)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh5,850($58.50). Wheat Flour (Sifted Grade 1) sifted, Retail Ksh70($0.70)/kg; Wholesale Ksh65($0.65)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh5,850($58.50).
6. Muhogo (Cassava) Flour
Muhogo (Cassava) Flour is ground cassava very popular with Congo, Rwanda, and Zaire nationalities currently residing in Kenya.
Retail Ksh80($0.80)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh75($0.75)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh6,750($67.50);
FarmGain reports wholesale prices/kg at Owino Ksh33($0.33), Nakawa Ksh33($0.33), Kalerwe, Ksh36($0.36), Lira Ksh27($0.27), Mbale Ksh27($0.27), Gulu Ksh30($0.30), Arua Ksh30($0.30).
FEWSNET reports Kigali Ksh29.68($0.49).
7. Mtama (Sorghum) Flour
Mtama (Sorghum) Flour mostly used for breakfast porridge.
Red and White Sorghum flour sell at Retail Ksh68($0.68)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh61($0.61)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh5,490($54.90);
Farmgain reports wholesale prices/kg at Owino Ksh80($0.80), Kisenyi Ksh76($0.76), Nakawa Ksh83($0.83), Kalerwe, Ksh80($0.80), Lira Ksh57($0.57), Mbale Ksh70($0.70) , Gulu Ksh64($0.64), Arua Ksh83($0.83), Kabale Ksh70($0.70), Kiboga Ksh80($0.80), Masindi Ksh80 ($0.80), Mubende Ksh80 ($0.80), Kapchorwa Ksh89($0.89), Masaka Ksh83($0.83), Soroti Ksh70($0.70), Iganga Ksh80($0.80), Tororo Ksh76($0.76), Mbarara Ksh83($0.83), Kyankwanzi Ksh80($0.80), Kamwenge Ksh80($0.80), Bugiri Ksh80($0.80), Kyenjonjo Ksh80($0.80), Kabarole Ksh83($0.83), Kyegegwa Ksh80($0.80), Rukiga Ksh73($0.73).
8. Wimbi Mix (Millet, Sorghum, Cassava) flour
Wimbi Mix (Millet, Sorghum, Cassava) flour, is mostly popular with primary and secondary schools as it provides a healthier and cheaper breakfast meal.
Retail Ksh54($0.54)/kg *Wholesale Ksh50($0.50)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh4,500($45.00)
9. Sour (Lemon, Millet, Sorghum, Cassava) flour
Sour (Lemon, Millet, Sorghum, Cassava) flour mixed with acetic acid for a sour taste, is mostly popular with primary and secondary schools as it provides a healthier and cheaper porridge
Other names include fermented flour, unga imechacha, Kuchacha, kuganda etc.
Retail Ksh64($0.64)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh60($0.60)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh5,400($54.00);
10. Mawele (Pearl Millet), Uwele TZ), Pearl Millet flour
Mawele (Pearl Millet), Uwele TZ), Pearl Millet, flour a light green flour also used for making porridge, and popularly used as a fermentation agent in making porride (uji). *Other names include fermented flour, unga yakuchacha or yakugandica etc.
Retail Ksh120($1.20)/kg; Wholesale Ksh110($1.10)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh8,100($81.00)
11. Omena (Sardine fish milled with Red Sorghum Grain) flour
Omena (Sardine fish milled with Red Sorghum Grain) flour, Unga Wasamaki (Swahili) is mostly popular in porridge especially as a rich source of calcium for children, and an excellent traditional Africa way of ensuring small children sufficient Omega 3 intake.
Retail Ksh110($1.10)/kg; Wholesale Ksh100($1.00)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh9,000($90.00)
12. Njugu Mtama (Groundnut Milled with Sorghum) flour
Njugu Mtama (Groundnut Milled with Sorghum) flour, is used for making porridge for children, and is rich in Magnesium. Sorghum is rich in unsaturated fats, protein, fiber, and minerals like phosphorus, potassium, calcium, and iron.
Selling prices are Retail Ksh110($1.00)/kg and Wholesale Ksh100($1.00)/kg; 90Kg bag Ksh9,000($90.00).
13. Soya flour
Soya flour comes highly recommended especially for porridge. Soya is very high in protein, and it’s recommended when used in making uji, that it porridge be cooked for an additional 20mins, due to the high protein content in soya.
Retail Ksh140($1.40)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh130($1.30)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh11,700($117.00)
14. Terere (Amaranth) flour
Terere (Amaranth) flour comes highly recommended especially for porridge.
Retail Ksh180($1.80)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh170($1.70)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh15,300($153.00)
15. Mabuyu (Baobab) Fruit Powder or Flour
Mabuyu (Baobab) Fruit Powder or Flour. Mabuyu flour in addition to being used in making one of the most popular snack/treat in Nairobi and Mombasa, the flour can also be used in as an additional ingredient in porridge.
The selling prices are Retail Ksh190($1.90)/kg; Wholesale Ksh180($1.80)/kg; 50kg bag, Ksh9,000($90.00).
16. Thafai, Thabai, (Stinging Nettle) flour
Thafai, Thabai, (Stinging Nettle) flour, comes highly recommended as an alternative to tea leaves. Nutritional benefits include reduced allergies, antioxidants, anti flammatory, anti-microbial, and anti cancer cell activities.
Domestic consumption in addition to tea includes Mokimo (mashed potatoes and maize meal).
Retail Ksh560($5.60)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh500($5.00)/kg; 25Kg Bag Ksh12,600($126.00)
17. Nigerian Garri / Gari
Nigerian Garri / Gari, made from freshly selected cassava tubers. Cassava tubers are uprooted and peeled, washed and grated to produce a mash., then mash placed in porous bags , allowed to ferment then sieved (or sifted) and roasted by heating in a bowl. The resulting dry granular is pounded or grounded to make fine flour.
Retail Ksh280($2.89)/kg, Wholesale Ksh260($2.89)/kg.
NUTS RETAIL AND WHOLESALE PRICES
1. Njugu Red Kubwa (Red Groundnuts)
Njugu Red Kubwa (Red Groundnuts), the red nuts are a tasty and popular household snack and breakfast item. The groundnuts sold in the Nairobi market are imported from Malawi.
Retail Ksh220($2.20)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh210($2.10)/kg; 100Kg Bag Ksh21,000($210.00).
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports wholesale price/110kg bag at Nairobi 12,600($126), Mombasa Ksh14,100($141.00), Kisii Ksh10,400($104), Nakuru Ksh16,720($167.20), Eldoret Ksh9,900($99), Kakamega Ksh10,000($100), Kitale Ksh15,400($154), Siaya Ksh17,721($177.21), Kajiado Ksh11,000($110), West Pokot Ksh13,200($132), Embu, Ksh12,433($124), Busia Ksh16,388($163).
Farmgain reports wholesale prices/kg at Owino Ksh144($1.44), Nakawa Ksh144($1.44).
2. White Kubwa (White Big Groundnuts)
White Kubwa (White Big Groundnuts), the white nuts are favored over the red, due to their lower fat content. Nuts are a popular household snack and breakfast item.
Retail Ksh220($2.20)/kg; *Wholesale Ksh210($2.10)/kg; 100Kg Bag Ksh21,000($210.00).
RATIN reports wholesale price/Kg at; Tanzania, Arusha Ksh100($1.00), Dar, Ksh108($1.08)/kg, Kenya, Nairobi, Ksh126($1.26)/kg, Mombasa Ksh140($1.40), Rwanda Kimironko Ksh156($1.56), Rubavu Ksh134($1.34), Kamembe Ksh123($1.23). DRC, Likasi Ksh118($1.18). Uganda, Kampala, Ksh 160 ($1.60)/kg, Masindi Ksh151($1.51), Busia Ksh106($1.06). South Sudan, Juba Ksh127($1.27), Malawi, Chimbiya Ksh89($0.89).
Farmgain reports wholesale prices/kg at Kalerwe, Ksh150($1.50), Lira Ksh120($1.20).
3. White Medium (White Medium Groundnuts)
White Medium (White Medium Groundnuts), the white nuts are favored over the red, due to their lower fat content. The medium sized nuts are a favorite with snack vendors due to the ability to pack more in smaller sized packs.
Retail Ksh220($2.20)/kg; *Wholesale Kshs210($2.10)/kg; 100Kg Bag Kshs21,000($210.00).
RATIN reports wholesale prices/kg at Tanzania Dar Ksh108($1.08), Mbeya Ksh108($1.08), Iringa Ksh99.3($0.99) . Farmgain reports wholesale prices/kg at Owino Ksh126.60($12.66), Kisenyi Ksh126.60($12.66), Nakawa Ksh133($13.3), Kalerwe Ksh136($13.6), Arua Ksh114($11.4), Kabale Ksh149($14.9), Kiboga ksh127($12.7), Masindi Ksh114($11.4), Masindi Ksh111($11.1), Mubende Ksh136($13.6), Kapchorwa Ksh158($15.8), Mbale Ksh142($14.2), Gulu Ksh101($10.1), Masaka Ksh142($1.42), Soroti Ksh127($12.7), Iganga ksh143($14.3), Tororo Ksh174($17.4), Mbarara Ksh101($10.1), Kyankwanzi Ksh142($14.2), Kamwenge Ksh158($15.8), Bugiri Ksh146($14.6), Kyenjonjo Ksh143($14.3), Kabarole Ksh143($14.3), Rukiga Ksh152 ($15.2).
4. Njugu Mawe
Njugu Mawe (Swahili), Tsimbade (Luyha), Monkey Nut, Bambara Nut, Okpa (Igbo), Epa-Roro (Yoruba). While a nut, it is regarded as not to be a nut but a legume, and is rich in protein.
Njugu Mawe is a traditional healthy food, that is highly nutritious often cooked with maize (both fresh, dry, or dehusked maize). Health benefits include reducation of anaemia, as it boost the blood cell production.
The prices are Retail Ksh160($1.60)/kg, Wholesale Ksh150($1.50)/kg, or Ksh15,000(150)/100kgs bag.
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports wholesale price/kg at Siaya Ksh167($1.67).
GRAINS RETAIL AND WHOLESALE PRICES
For those customers who prefer to mill various combination of grain for their milled breakfast meals (Uji).
1. Wimbi (Finger Millet, Ulezi TZ) grain
Wimbi (Finger Millet, Ulezi TZ) grain is currently selling at Retail price of Ksh140($1.18)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh130($1.09)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh11,700($98.36).
Government of Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports 90kgs bag prices of Nairobi. Ksh9,900($83.23), Bomet Ksh7,803($65.60), Mombasa Ksh 6,750($56.75), Kisumu Ksh7,600($63.89), Nakuru Ksh5,400($45.40), Embu Ksh9,000($75.66), Eldoret Ksh7,600($63.89), Elgeyo Marakwet Ksh6,804(57.20), Kakamega Ksh12,600($105.93), Kitale Ksh4,500($37.83), Kitengela Ksh8,100 ($68.10), Malindi Ksh8,100($68.10), Siaya Ksh11,043($92.84), Vihiga Ksh9,504($79.90).
Tanzania wholesale price/kilogram; Arusha Ksh61($0.51), Dodoma Ksh71($0.60), Kagera Ksh($0.64), Iringa Ksh($0.64), Lindi Ksh($0.86), Manyara Ksh($0.51), Morogoro Ksh76($0.81), Mtwara Ksh92($0.77), Mwanza Ksh92($0.77), Tobora Ksh92($0.77). Rwanda, Rubavu Ksh97($0.82), Ruhengeri Ksh94($0.79), Mulindi Ksh92($0.77), Kamembe Ksh92($0.77)
Farmgain reports wholesale price/kg at Uganda, Owino Ksh66($0.55), Kisenyi Ksh66($0.55), Arua Ksh66($0.55), Lira Ksh36($0.30), Masindi Ksh60($0.50), Kamwenge Ksh72($0.61).
2. Red Sorgham (Mutama), grain
Red Sorgham (Mutama), grain is currently selling at Retail price of Ksh70($0.59)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh60($0.50)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh4,050($34.05).
Government of Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reported Wholesale price/90kg bag at, Nairobi Ksh4,500($37.83), Mombasa Ksh3,600($30.26), Kisumu Ksh4,000($33.63), Nakuru Ksh4,050($34.05), Eldoret, Ksh4,500($37.83), Embu Ksh5,400($45.40), Kakamega Ksh5,400($45.40), Malindi Ksh6,000($50.44), Bomet Ksh3,996(33.59), Laikipia Ksh3,600($30.26), Meru Ksh4,050(34.05) .
Tanzania wholesale price/kilogram Arusha Ksh36($0.30), Dodoma Ksh30($0.25), Kagera Ksh67($0.56), Iringa Ksh51($0.43), Lindi Ksh92($0.77), Manyara Ksh40($0.34), Morogoro Ksh76($0.64), Mtwara Ksh51($0.43), Mwanza Ksh76($0.64), Tobora Ksh71($0.60). Uganda, Kampala Ksh39($0.39), Lira Ksh30($0.30), Masindi Ksh42($0.42), Gulu Ksh32($0.32), Kabale Ksh35($0.35).
Farmgain reports wholesale prices/kg at Owino, Nakawa Ksh42($0.35), Kalerwe, Ksh45($0.38), Lira Ksh21($0.18), Mbale Ksh27($0.23) , Gulu Ksh15($0.13), Arua Ksh65($0.55).
FEWSNET reports Kisumu Ksh44($0.37), Kitui Ksh40($0.37).
3. Pearl, Bulrush Millet (Mawele, Uwele TZ), grain
Pearl, Bulrush Millet (Mawele, Uwele TZ), grain is currently selling at Retail Ksh100 ($0.84)/kg Wholesale Price Ksh90($0.76)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh8,100($68.10).
Government of Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports 90kg bags at Embu, Ksh5,850($49.18), Meru Ksh4,950($41.61), Tharaka Nithi Ksh4,104($34.50).
Tanzania Reports Wholesale price/kilogram; Arusha Ksh36($0.30), Dodoma Ksh43($0.36), Kagera Ksh67($0.56), Iringa Ksh76.($0.64), Manyara Ksh40($0.34), Morogoro Ksh76($0.64), Mwanza Ksh76($0.64).
4. Simsim / Sesame Seeds
Simsim / Sesame Seeds, is currently selling at Retail Ksh190 ($1.60)/kg Wholesale Price Ksh180($1.51)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh18,000($151.32).
Farmgain reports wholesale prices/kg at Owino, Nakawa Ksh105($0.88), Kalerwe, Ksh111($0.93), Lira Ksh105($0.88), Mbale Ksh135($1.13) , Gulu Ksh99($0.83), Arua Ksh105($0.88).
5. Wheat (Ngano – Swahili, Qamadi – Somali) grains
Wheat (Ngano – Swahili, Qamadi – Somali) grains. There is an increasing demand from the Somali community and Rift Valley, who actually cook wheat as a high fiber rice alternative.
Tanzania reports wholesale prices/kg, Dar Ksh65($0.55), Iringa Ksh65($0.55), Arusha Ksh37($0.31),
FEWSNET reports the following price per kilogram Sudan, Nyala Ksh128($1.08), Kadugli KshKsh101($0.85), El Obeid Ksh102($0.86), El Fasher Ksh128($1.08), Port Sudan Ksh110($0.92).
6. Cassava Chips / Muhogo Chips
Cassava Chips / Muhogo Chips. There is an increasing demand for dried cassava chips as more people are opting to mill their own blended selection of porridge and ugali flours.
Cassava Chips are currently selling at Retail Ksh80 ($0.67)/kg Wholesale Price Ksh70($0.59)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh6,750($56.75).
Farmgain reports wholesale prices/kg at Kisenyi Ksh29($0.24), Arua, Ksh23($0.19), Lira Ksh19($0.16), Kiboga Ksh23($0.19) , Gulu Ksh26($0.22), Mbarara Ksh27($0.23), Masindi Ksh26($0.26), Mubende Ksh26($0.26), Mbale Ksh26($0.26), Masaka Ksh26($0.22), Soroti Ksh16($0.13), Iganga ksh26($0.22), Tororo Ksh23($0.23), Mbarara ksh26(0.26), Kyankwanzi Ksh24($0.27), Kamwenge Ksh23($0.19), Bugiri Ksh23($0.19), Kyenjonjo Ksh23($0.19). Kabarole Ksh23($0.19), Kyegegwa ksh19($0.16).
7. Fermented Cassava Chips / Muhogo Chips
Fermented Cassava Chips / Muhogo Chips. Fermenting cassava chips is an healthy old African tradition for a tangy sour taste instead of using commercially manufactured critic acid. The fermented cassava chips are milled with sorghum and millet for porridge flour.
Fermented Cassava Chips are currently selling at Retail Ksh90 ($0.76)/kg Wholesale Price Ksh80($0.67)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh7,200($60.53).
8. Mabuyu (Baobab) Seeds
Mabuyu (Baobab) Seeds are used making one of the most popular street snack/treat in Nairobi and Mombasa. The seeds are soaked in sugary colored water, with an additional coating of Mabuyu flour, then left to dry. Chilly powder can be added for spicy Mabuyu.
The selling prices are Retail Ksh70($0.59)/kg; Wholesale Ksh65($0.55)/kg; 50kg bag, Ksh3,250($27.32)
BEANS RETAIL AND WHOLESALE PRICES
In Kenya beans are not just BEANS! Consumers know their bean variety and preference.
1. Yellow Beans
Yellow Beans (A greenish bean) alias Kathika (Kenya), Soya Njano (Tanzania). Yellow Beans is commonly found in Africa countries, the bean is tasty and does not give gas.
While greatly lacking in color when cooked the bean is an increasing great meat supplement in domestic household consumption. Yellow Beans fetches the highest prices.
Retail Ksh140($1.18)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh135($1.13), 90Kg Bag Ksh12,150($102.10).
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports 90kgs bag prices of Kirinyaga Ksh8,100($68.07), Tharaka Nithi Ksh7,002($58.84), Elgeyo Marakwet, Ksh6,003($50.45), Kajiado Ksh9,000($75.63), Kisumu, Ksh11,997($100.82), Migori Ksh10,080($84.71), Vihiga Ksh10,800($108), Nakuru Ksh6,300($63), Nyandarua Ksh7,803($78), Nyeri Ksh8,496($84.96), Siaya Ksh10,800($90.76), Uasin Gishu Ksh7,920($66.55), Trans Nzoia Ksh12,600($105.88), Eldoret Ksh12,600($105.88), West Pokot Ksh7,497($63.00) .
Uganda prices per Kg are; Masindi, Ksh75($0.63), Lira Ksh75($0.63), Kampala Ksh81($0.68), Gulu Ksh75($0.63), Kabale Ksh58($0.49).
Tanzania prices per Kg are; Dar, Ksh99($0.83), Iringa Ksh82($0.69), Arusha Ksh77($0.65), Mbeya Ksh77($0.65), Songea Ksh86($0.72).
Rwanda prices per Kg are; Ruhengeri, Ksh78($0.66), Kamembe Ksh80($0.67), Mulindi Ksh84($0.71), Rubavu Ksh72($0.61)
Burundi prices per Kg are; Gitega, Ksh92($0.77)
South Sudan prices per Kg are; Juba, Ksh222($1.87).
2. Mwitemani
Mwitemani, Sura Baya (Kenya), Lukupa (Zambia), Iris (Zimbabwe), Pinto (USA), Romano (Turkey), is a cream bean with black strips that is very popular for Githeri (cooked mixture of maize and beans).
The bean is very popular especially in Western Kenya as it is very tasty and is very popular with individuals with sensitive stomachs.
Mwitemani Retail Price Ksh120($1.01)/kg, Wholesale Price Ksh110($0.92)/kg, Ksh9,900($83.19)/90kg bag.
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports 90kgs bag prices of Nairobi, Ksh7,200($60.50), Kirinyaga Ksh6,804($57.18), Tharaka Nithi Ksh5,499($46.21), Nakuru Ksh5,400($45.38), Mombasa Ksh7,420($62.35), Eldoret Ksh9,000($75.63), Isiolo Ksh7,400($62.18), Kajiado Ksh6,800($57.14), Loitoktok Ksh8,000($67.23), Kitale Ksh5,200($43.70), Meru Ksh6,700($56.30), Embu, Ksh5,000($42.02), Isiolo Ksh7,400($62.18), Migori, Ksh9,000($75.63), Siaya Bondo Ksh10,800($90.76).
Other prices/kg include Ethiopia, Addis, Ksh51($0.43).
3. Nyayo Beans
Nyayo Beans (Long Red Speckled) alias Nambale, NABE 19, NABE 4, K132 (Uganda), Maluwa (Malawi), Kabanima (Tanzania), Lyambai (Zambia), Royal Bacara (Zimbabwe).
Nyayo beans is an all season bean and is the most popular bean variety in restaurants, and small size food vendors. Nyayo bean is highly favored due to it rich red color when cooked with maize, along with it’s rich red stew.
The Nyayo beans are mostly imported from Uganda and Tanzania.
Nyayo Beans Retail Ksh120($1.01)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh115($0.97)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh10,350($86.97)
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports a wholesale price/90kg bag at Kisumu, Ksh9,000($75.44), Migori Ksh7,200($60.35), Nakuru Ksh7,200 ($60.35), Kirinyaga Ksh6,804($57.03), Tharaka Nithi Ksh7,000($58.68), Nyandarua Ksh7,497($62.84), Siaya Ksh8,397($70.39), Uasin Gishu Ksh6,750($56.58), Trans Nzoia Ksh8,100($67.90), Vihiga Ksh8,280($69.40), West Pokot Ksh6,498($54.47).
Wholesale prices/kg South Sudan Juba, Ksh216.2($1.81), Burundi, Ngozi Ksh65($0.54), DRC, Kolwezi, Ksh117($0.98). Rwanda, Kimironko, Ksh68($0.57), Tanzania, Dar Ksh78($0.65), Mbeya, Ksh52($0.44).
4. Saitoti Beans
Saitoti Beans (medium, red mottled) alias NABE-17 (Uganda), Lyambai (Zambia), Napilira (Malawi) Bilfa Uyole (Tanzania); Very popular with hotels and restaurants, and a favorite in household consumption.
Saitoti bean shares similar features with Nyayo beans however it is characterized by being shorter Nyayo bean.
Saitoti Beans Retail Ksh125($1.05)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh117($0.98)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh10,500($88.24);
5. Rosecoco Beans
Rosecoco Beans (Pink or Brown Red Speckled /Cranberry Beans) alias Kayewa (Uganda) Kabulanketi (Tanzania); Popular in restaurant and household consumption, as it does not give gas.
The bean has similar features to Saitoti, but is pinkish in color.
Rosecoco Beans Retail Ksh140($1.18)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh135($1.13)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh12,150($102.1)
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports a 90kg Bag at Kirinyaga ksh6,804($57.03), Nakuru Ksh6,300($52.81), Nyandarua Ksh7,497(62.69), Nyeri Ksh6,696($56.13), Tharaka Nithi Ksh7,002($58.69), Mombasa, Ksh7,800($65.38), Elgeyo Marakwete, Ksh6,000($50.29), Migori,
Ksh8,290($69.49), Isiolo, Ksh8,500($71.25)/kg, Uasin Gishu, Ksh8,100($67.90), West Pokot, Ksh6,480($54.32), Kajiado, Ksh9,000($75.44), Kakamega Ksh7,650($64.12), Siaya Ksh10,503($88.04), Vihiga Ksh9,000($75.44), Taveta, Ksh6,300($52.81).
Wholesale price/kg Tanzania, Dar Ksh86($0.72)/kg.
Farmgain reports price per Kg, Uganda; Owino, Kisenyi, Masaka Ksh72($0.60), and Mubende, Ksh45($0.38)/kg, Nakawa, and Kabale Ksh75($0.63).
6. Wairimu Bean
Wairimu Bean (Long Red beans); alias Uyole 96 (Tanzania), Red Wollayta (Ethiopia), Red Haricot, Famous of its rich red color in Githeri (cooked mixture of maize and beans) and Madondo (beans stew).
The Wairimu beans are mostly imported from Uganda and Tanzania. There are two Wairimu beans variety the shinny polished variety popularly know as Wairimu (ordinary) variety is currently selling at Retail Ksh115($0.97)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh110($0.92)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh9,900($83.19).
Wairimu Royal is currently selling at Retail Ksh120($1.01)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh115($0.97)/kg; 90Kg Bag Ksh10,350($86.97).
Wholesale prices/kg at South Sudan, Juba Ksh190($1.59)/kg, DRC, Kolwezi, Ksh117($0.98), Rwanda, Rubavu, Ksh70($0.59), Burundi, Gitega, Ksh54($0.45)/kg, Uganda, Lira and Kasese, Ksh76($0.64)/kg, Tanzania, Iringa, Ksh73($0.61).
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports wholesale price/kg, Kirinyaga Ksh77.80($0.65), Kajiado, Ksh100($0.84)0)/kg, Migori, Ksh92($0.77), Nakuru, Ksh60($0.50), Nyandarua Ksh65($0.54), Tharaka Nithi Ksh67 ($0.56), Siaya Ksh111($0.93), Vihiga Ksh7,200($60.35), West Pokot Ksh64($0.54).
AHCX reports price/kg, Malawi, Lilongwe, Ksh76($0.64).
7. Sugar Bean
Kikara/Kakunzu, Sugar Bean – (Kenya), Kholophethe, Nyati Red (Malawi), Golden Starlite (Zimbabwe), Masavu/NABE11 (Uganda) is a white/cream maroon stripped bean often mistaken for Mwitemani.
Sugar beans are imported from Uganda into the Kenyan market.
Retail Price Ksh120($1.01)/kg, Wholesale Price Ksh115($0.97)/kg, Ksh10,350($86.97)/90kg bag.
Uganda, Lira Ksh57($0.48), Gulu Ksh56($0.47), Masindi Ksh48 ($0.40), Kabale Ksh48($0.40), Kampala Ksh64($0.54), Zambia, Lusaka Ksh75($0.63)/kg, Malawi, Ksh52($0.44)/kg.
8. Mwezi-Moja
Mwezi-Moja; alias Kabulangeti (Zambia) is a purple bean, and as the names (one month in swahili) indicates the bean matures very quickly.
Mwezi-Moja is popular for fresh maize Githeri (cooked mixture of maize and beans) and Madondo (beans stew) as it takes a shorter time to cook in comparison to other beans.
Retail Price Ksh115($0.97)/kg, Wholesale Price Ksh110($0.92)/kg, Ksh9,900($83.19)/90kg bag.
Wholesale price/kg, Kenya, Mombasa Ksh84($0.70)/kg.
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports price/90kg Bag at, Kirinyaga Ksh6,903($57.86), Tharaka Nithi Ksh6,003($50.32), Nakuru Ksh6,300($52.81), Eldoret Ksh9,000($75.44), Siaya Ksh8,901($74.61), Taveta, Ksh7,000($58.68), Kitui, Ksh8,100($67.90)/kg.
9. White Butter Beans
White Butter Beans popularly known as Noe White in Kenya. Butter beans are grown in Kenya in Nanyuki, and some parts of Kitui.
Butter beans are not grown much because they are crawling beans that decrease other crop yield when intercropped.
Butter Beans varieties are white, brown, purple or black bean, that is popular for bean stew, it takes a shorter time to cook in comparison to other beans.
Retail Price Ksh180($1.51)/kg, Wholesale Price Ksh170($1.43)/kg, Ksh17,000($142.86)/100kg bag.
10. Black Butter Beans
Black Butter Beans popularly know as Noe Black in Kenya. Butter beans are grown in Kenya in Nanyuki, and some parts of Kitui. Butter beans are not grown much because they are crawling beans that decrease other crop yield when inter-cropped.
Black Noe is increasing becoming very popular because it is tasty and lacks of an after taste in comparison to the white noe.
Retail Price Ksh180($1.51)/kg, Wholesale Price Ksh170($1.43)/kg, Ksh17,000($142.86)/100kg bag.
11. Red Speckled Butter Beans
Red Speckled Butter Beans popularly know as Speckled Noe Black in Kenya. The speckles on this variety of butter beans gives it a beautiful and interesting pattern, which is maintained even after the bean is fully cooked.
Speckled butter beans are as tasty as they look.
Retail Price Ksh180($1.51)/kg, Wholesale Price Ksh170($1.43)/kg, Ksh17,000($142.86)/100kg bag.
12. Njugu Mawe
Njugu Mawe (Swahili), Tsimbade (Luyha), Monkey Nut, Bambara Nut, Okpa (Igbo), Epa-Roro (Yoruba). While a nut, it is regarded as not to be a nut but a legume, and is rich in protein.
Njugu Mawe is a traditional healthy food, that is highly nutritious often cooked with maize (both fresh, dry, or dehusked maize).
Health benefits include reducation of anaemia, as it boost the blood cell production.
The prices are Retail Ksh160($1.34)/kg, Wholesale Ksh150($1.26)/kg, or Ksh15,000(126.05)/100kgs bag.
13. Gachuma/Kachuma Bean
Gachuma/Kachuma Bean (Kenya), alias; Naser (Ethiopia); Very similar to Kituru/Gituru bean but is small round deep red kidney bean its small size and polished look sets it apart. This bean is season and may not be available all the time like the Nyayo bean.
Retail Price Ksh120($1.01)/kg, Wholesale Price Ksh115($0.97)/kg, Ksh10,350($86.97)/90kg bag.
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports a price/90kg bag, at Nairobi, Ksh8,100($67.90), Kisumu, Ksh9,600($80.47), Kirinyaga Ksh7,002($58.69), Tharaka Nithi Ksh6,003($50.32), Nakuru, Ksh5,400($45.26), Kajiado, Ksh, 8,000 ($67.06), Kitale, Ksh5,200($43.59), Taveta, Ksh8,100($67.90).
Wholesale prices/kg South Sudan Juba, Ksh216($1.81), DRC, Uvira Likasi, Ksh85($0.84)/kg. Rwanda, Ruhengeri Ksh70($0.70)/kg, Tanzania, Arusha Ksh69($0.69)/kg, Dar Ksh85($0.71)/kg, Dodoma Ksh86($0.72)/kg, Songea Ksh77($0.65)/kg, Mbeya Ksh60($0.50)/kg, Ethiopia, Addis, Ksh55($0.46)/kg.
14. Katiligi
Katiligi (Kenya), NABE9C/NABE12C (Uganda) White or light speckled kidney bean. The speckles are purple in color. The bean is highly seasonal and rear in Kenya, but a popular with those who have tried it, as its rather delicious and is not gassy.
Retail Price Ksh120($1.01)/kg, Wholesale Price Ksh115($0.97)/kg, Ksh10,350($86.97)/90kg bag.
15. Canadian Wonder Bean
Gituru alias; Kituru or Canadian Wonder Bean (Kenya), Urafiki (Tanzania); Sapatsika (Malawi) Deep Red, Shiny long kidney bean, often mistaken for Wairimu Royal; however it’s distinct tastes, long size and polished look sets it apart.
Retail Price Ksh120($1.01)/kg, Wholesale Price Ksh115($0.97)/kg, Ksh10,350($86.97)/90kg bag.
Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports a price/90kg bag, at Migori, Ksh7,200($60.35), Nakuru, Ksh7,200($60.35), Siaya, Ksh, 9,000 ($75.44), Kitale, Ksh5,200($43.59), Taveta, Ksh8,100($67.90).
Wholesale prices/kg, South Sudan Juba, Ksh216($1.81), DRC, Uvira Likasi , Ksh85($0.71)/kg. Rwanda, Ruhengeri Ksh71($0.60), Tanzania, Arusha Ksh86($0.72)/kg, Ethiopia, Addis, Ksh55($0.46)/kg.
16. White Breakfast Beans
White Breakfast Beans. You don’t have to settle for the canned stuff especially if you are concerned about preservatives. White beans you can be bought at a low prices, boil and store in your freezer for affordable and economic delicious breakfast.
Retail Price Ksh104($0.87)/kg, Wholesale Price Ksh96($0.81)/kg, Ksh8,640($72.61)/90kg bag.
RICE RETAIL AND WHOLESALE PRICES
Kenya enjoys a selection of both local and imported rice. The locally produced rice is grown in Mwea, Kenya. A big percentage of rice is imported mainly from Pakistan and India. The Tanzania Pishori rice is also imported into the country.
1. Kenya Pishori
Kenya Pishori; An aromatic and most popular local rice variety especially for household consumption amongst the middle class, and therefore prawn to numerous market tricks especially, mixing the rice with cheaper variety in order to earn brokers a quick buck.
Kenya Pishori Rice Retail price of Khs220($2.20)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh210($2.10)/kg; Ksh10,500($105.00)/50kg Bag.
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports 50kg bags prices of Kirinyaga Ksh6,000($60), Mandera ksh6,000($60), Migori Ksh5,200($52), Nakuru Ksh5,000($50), Nyandaru Ksh4,900($49), Siaya Ksh7,500($75), Tharaka Nithi Ksh5,000($50), Uasin Gishu Ksh4,200($42), West Pokot Ksh5,000($50).
2. TZ Pishori
Tanzania Kilombero rice; A very aromatic rice, mostly popular for it’s strong aroma. Pre-cooking sorting is a challenge because of tiny white stones which makes it difficult to separate the broken rice.
The rice also requires a lot of attention in cooking, as it tends to cake. It should be cooked in low heat at 1.5 part water instead of 2 part water ratio to rice as in the other variety.
Retail price of Ksh160($1.60)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh150($1.50)/kg; Ksh7,500($75.00)/50kg Bag.
TANZANIA reports the following wholesale prices/kg for Rice Arusha Ksh102 ($0.86), Dodoma Ksh109($0.92), Kagera Ksh92($0.77), Iringa Ksh87($0.73), Lindi Ksh96($0.81), Manyara Ksh112($0.94), Morogoro Ksh112($0.94), Mtwara Ksh102($0.86), Mwanza Ksh89($0.75), Tobora Ksh96($0.81).
3. Biryani
A non-aromatic and imported popular rice variety especially for the budget conscious households. When cooked the rice separates easily, another reason for it’s popularity.
Being a popular rice it has also become prone to being mixed with other cheaper variety.
Biryani retails at Ksh140($1.40)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh130($1.30)/kg, Ksh3,250 ($32.50)/25kg Bag.
Sidano Rice is very similar to Biryani rice, however it a much slender / thin grain.
Sidano retails at Ksh104($1.04)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh100($1.00)/kg; Ksh2,500($25)/25kg Bag.
The Kenya Ministry of Agriculture reports 50kg bags prices Mandera Ksh6,000($60), Nakuru Ksh5,500($57), Siaya ksh6,665($66.65), Vihiga ksh5,500($55).
Burundi wholesale prices, Ngozi, Ksh140($1.40)/kg, Bujumbura, Ksh134($1.34), Ngozi, Ksh139($1.39)/kg, Kobero, Ksh129($1.29)/kg. Kenya, Nakuru, Ksh82($0.82)/kg, and Rwanda, Kimironko, Ksh93($0.93)/kg, and Uganda, Lira, Ksh58($0.58)/kg, Kampala Ksh72($0.72), Gulu Ksh81($0.81), Masindi Ksh81($0.81), Kabale Ksh92(0.92).
4. Super Sindano
Super Sidano is a very slim long grain rice imported from Pakistan and India. The rice is Grade 1, and extremely popular for making pilau with clients who are not sure how much water to add to the pilau, because of its ability to not cake easily, how much water is used to boil it.
Its a very tasty non aromatic rice. Super Sidano grain is much more slender than the Sidano rice grain.
Super Sidano Retails at ksh160($1.60)/kg; Wholesale price Ksh155($1.55)/kg, Ksh3,875($38.75)/25kg bag.
Uganda, Kambale Ksh104($1.04), Lira, Ksh89($0.89)/kg, Masindi, Ksh86($0.86), Gulu Ksh86 ($0.86), Kampala Ksh80($0.80). Tanzanians have a preference for their local rice over imported.
5. Super Basmati Parboil
Super Basmati Parboil is imported rice Pakistan, its Grade 1 Long grain milled rice. It’s an extremely popular variety with the Somalia community in Nairobi.
It’s popularity is mostly due to it’s inability to cake no matter how much water is used to boil it, its a very tasty non aromatic rice.
Super Basmati Parboil Retails at ksh165($1.65)/kg; Wholesale price Ksh160($1.60)/kg, Ksh4,000($40.00)/25kg bag.
6. 5 Star Basmati
5 Star Basmati; A non-aromatic and imported popular rice variety especially for the low income households, and schools. The rice is popular for it’s pocket friendly price, however the rice tends to easily cake.
5 Star Basmati, Retails at Ksh120($1.20)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh110($1.10)/kg; Ksh2,750($27.50)/25kg Bag.
7. Thai Parboil
Thai Parboil; The rice is non-aromatic and imported from Thailand. The rice because of its increased grain size when cooked, is a favorite among low income households.
Mother’s also like it because its big grains gives a comfortable eat especially for small children thereby making it very filling in comparison to other rice varieties.
Par-boil retails at Ksh150($1.50)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh140($1.40)/kg; Ksh3,500($35.00)/25kg Bag
8. Golden Basmati Parboil
Golden Basmati Parboil; The rice is non-aromatic and imported from India, Parkistan. The grain is slightly bigger than the Super Basmatic parboil. The parboil rice is normally boiled with the husks before it is milled.
Golden Basmati is a popular pilau rice.
Golden Basmati Parboil retails at Ksh150($1.50)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh140($1.40)/kg; Ksh3,500($35.00)/25kg Bag
9. Hola Pishori Rice
Hola Pishori is an aromatic rice variety mostly found on the East Africa cost of Kenya and Tanzania. The rice is an all time favorite for Mombasa residents and Tanzanians living in Nairobi.
Hola Pishori retails at Ksh180($1.80)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh170($1.70)/kg; Ksh8,500($85.00)/50kg Bag
Tanzania wholesale prices/kilogram, Arusha Ksh102 ($0.86), Dodoma Ksh109($0.92), Kagera Ksh92($0.77), Iringa Ksh87($0.73), Lindi Ksh96($0.81), Manyara Ksh112($0.94), Morogoro Ksh112($0.94), Mtwara Ksh102($0.86), Mwanza Ksh89($0.75), Tobora Ksh96($0.81).
10. Brown Rice
Brown Rice; Our brown rice is aromatic, it is the Kenya Pishori variety that is high in fiber and highly recommended for Diabetic individual or anyone desiring a high fiber rice.
Brown Rice retails at Ksh220($2.20)/kg; Wholesale Price Ksh210($2.10)/kg; Ksh8,500($85.00)/50kg Bag;
Decide on Your Pricing
It is a good idea to sell the cereals that you have at a price that is close to what your competitors are selling.
In order to determine this, check out their pricing information from their website or ask the supplier if they don’t have it available online.
To add more value to your brand, you can offer certain deals and discounts for specific cereals or buy more than one kilo at a discount.
You should also consider the price of transportation and include that into your pricing policy so that it is profitable for everybody.
When deciding on pricing, keep in mind such things as:
Purchase price: This is the cost of getting your cereal from a supplier. Your selling price should be higher.
Distance: The further away you are from a supplier, the more it will cost for transportation, so you might need to charge a little more.
Market value: Set a price that is comparable to what others are charging. You can directly ask your competitors how they charge for the different types of cereals to figure out what your price should be.
Quality: The better the quality of the cereals you sell, the more money people will pay for your product.
Season/Supply and Demand: If there are a lot of cereals in the market, people might not pay top-dollar for yours. So, you might have to reduce your prices and increase when the demand increases.
Hire Employees if Necessary
It is possible to start a cereals business in Kenya on your own but you might need some help if you are too busy or if the business is too big for one person.
You can hire employees for specific tasks such as transporting the cereals, packing, operating the cash register or making deliveries to customers.
For this, make sure that you share all the information about the business including your contact details with them.
Alternatively, you can hire people to work on short-term contracts during busy periods if you don’t want to spend too much money on hiring permanent workers.
In a nutshell, great employees should be:
- Honest
- Hard-working
- Good communicators
- Capable of working independently · Punctual
- Good salespeople
- Friendly with customers
Market Your Business
In order to have a successful business, you need to market your product and make people want to buy it.
You can find out what customers want by doing surveys or asking them directly. It is also a good idea if you know about the type of cereals that they like and how much money they are willing to spend on different types.
If you don’t get enough customers on your own, there are other things you can do such as:
- Create an active Facebook page
- Take attractive pics and post on Instagram
- Advertise in the local newspaper, radio or TV
- Create a website to attract organic customers. On your website, you can talk about cereal-related topics like the benefits of cereals and how to cook different types.
You can also attract more customers by:
- Offering discounts from time to time
- Offering attractive deals
- Sharing more info on social media
- Asking customers to share your products on their own social media accounts
- Organize your own cooking competitions, seminars and talks about cereals
- Create a mobile app that people can use to order your product
- Give customers an incentive to shop with you more often, e.g. give loyalty cards that allow them to earn points for every purchase they make with you and redeem these later on for discounts on their next purchases.
Start Selling
Well done! You have successfully made it to this stage. Now, you can do the fun part which is selling your product to your customers.
Make sure that you have enough stock to meet the demand. If necessary, you can store cereals for a few months before selling them as long as you take good care of them and keep them in a dark and cool place.
Remember that your business is not going to be a success right away. It might even take a few days before you see your first customer.
But, rest assured that most businesses go through this initial slow period and with the help of effective marketing strategies; they end up becoming successful.
So, the key is to be patient and keep working on your marketing efforts until you see results.
Once you get the hang of it, you can start expanding to other types of cereal products that are more specific or unique compared to what your competitors offer.
END OF DAY 9 CEREALS BUSINESS TEACHING SESSION
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