A Granddaughter’s will to effect change: A special bond strengthened with organic coffee

In Bungoma County, Kenya, the transformation of a single coffee farm is creating ripple effects across the entire community. By adopting organic practices and sharing her knowledge, Jemimah Nelima Chemiat has helped her grandfather significantly increase his yields and restore the health of his land. Her guidance has inspired neighboring farmers to improve their methods and encouraged women and youth to take a more active role in the coffee value chain. Through these efforts, Jemimah is demonstrating that sustainable agriculture can be both profitable and empowering.