Environmental experts urge Kenyan businesses and policymakers to view land restoration not only as a conservation issue but also as an economic opportunity linked to agriculture, water security, and rural incomes.

The argument is that degraded land reduces productivity, threatens food systems and increases climate vulnerability, while restoration can improve soils, water retention and long-term agricultural output.

The push comes as Kenya and other countries face growing pressure to restore degraded landscapes while linking conservation to investment and economic growth.