The Dairy Training Institute (DTI) in Naivasha has graduated 462 trainees, challenging them to use their skills and innovation to create jobs and strengthen Kenya’s dairy industry.
The graduates were awarded certificates during the institute’s 70th graduation ceremony held on October 27, 2026, which also marked seven decades of the institution’s contribution to skills development in the livestock sector.
The Guest of Honour, Adan Mohamed, who represented the Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development, said a competent workforce was essential to improving productivity and competitiveness across the dairy value chain.
Mohamed reaffirmed the government’s commitment to supporting the institute through improved training facilities, modern equipment and strategic partnerships. He also urged the graduates to embrace entrepreneurship, innovation and professionalism in addressing challenges facing the industry.
Peter Musembi, representing the Director of Livestock Production, congratulated the graduates and encouraged them to pursue continuous learning while upholding professional integrity.
He challenged them to apply their knowledge in ways that improve farmers’ livelihoods, create employment opportunities and support the growth of the dairy subsector, whether through formal employment or their own businesses.
DTI Principal Abraham Biwott said the institute was focused on producing competent, industry-ready professionals through practical training, agribusiness incubation, industry partnerships and innovation.
He urged the graduates to move beyond seeking employment and explore opportunities to establish enterprises that address challenges in dairy production, milk quality and value addition.
Biwott further encouraged them to turn the knowledge acquired at the institute into practical solutions that would benefit farmers, improve livelihoods and contribute to the country’s economic growth.
He acknowledged government support in improving the institute’s training infrastructure but called for additional facilities and staff to meet its expanding training needs.
As it marks 70 years of operation, DTI continues to position itself as a key institution in developing skills needed to advance Kenya’s dairy industry, promote agribusiness and strengthen the livestock sector.
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