The Kenya Meat Commission (KMC) recorded Sh127.5 million in sales between July and March 2019 despite operating below capacity due to supply chain disruptions and aging infrastructure, according to a report from May 2019.
The state-owned meat processor carries Sh1.1 billion in debt, including Sh254.4 million in unpaid livestock farmer dues and Sh144 million in outstanding payroll deductions, as disclosed by Agriculture Chief Administrative Secretary Andrew Tuimur during parliamentary testimony.
KMC's Athi River plant processes only 200 cattle weekly despite daily capacity for the same number, slaughtering 2,770 cattle during the period and producing 1,714 bags of meat and bone meal. The facility supplies government institutions, universities, and supermarket chains like Tuskys and Uchumi.
Historical challenges include political interference, outdated machinery, and loss of the European Union market following animal disease outbreaks. Monthly fixed costs amount to Sh20 million, with Sh10 million allocated for salaries and Sh4 million for electricity.
