About Us

Rooted in the Land, Growing with Farmers

Maizey is an agri-based organization on a mission to improve the lives and livelihoods of smallholder farmers.

Our Story

From One Field to Thousands

Maizey began in 2015 when a small group of maize farmers came together to solve a shared problem: low yields, unfair prices, and no support network. What started as a neighborhood initiative has grown into an organization serving farming communities across the region.

Today we train thousands of farmers each year, supply certified inputs, and connect harvests to fair markets — but our approach remains the same: listen to farmers first, and build practical solutions together.

2,500+Farmers Supported
40%Average Yield Increase
30+Farming Communities Reached
10 yrsWalking with Farmers

Our Values

What Guides Our Work

These principles shape every program, partnership, and decision at Maizey.

Farmer First

Every decision we make starts with one question: does this help farmers thrive?

Sustainability

We promote practices that protect the soil, conserve water, and keep farms productive for generations.

Integrity

Transparent pricing, honest partnerships, and fair deals for every farmer we work with.

Innovation

From drought-resistant seed to digital market tools, we bring modern solutions to age-old work.

Our Mission

To empower smallholder farmers with the training, inputs, and market access they need to increase yields, grow their incomes, and build resilient communities.

Our Vision

A future where every farmer earns a dignified living from their land, and thriving rural communities feed generations to come.

Our Team

The People Behind Maizey

Jane Wanjiru

Founder & Executive Director

David Ochieng

Head of Farmer Programs

Maria Lopez

Agronomy Lead

Samuel Kimani

Market Partnerships Manager