Kaparo Daniel Kuntayo

My name is Kaparo Daniel Kuntayo, an alumnus of Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT) and the Tenkai Program. With a bachelor’s degree in horticulture, I am currently a farm manager and agronomist at Grazers Barn, a herbs production farm in Kenya, where I have worked for the past 18 months.

I recently completed the online course Overview of Japan Agriculture and Technologies for Food and Nutrition Improvement in Africa (December 2022 – March 2023). This experience deepened my understanding of the SDGs and food security, motivating me to improve my community’s quality of life.

In the past year, I have focused on producing high-quality herbs and spices in a challenging, perishable industry. Through the Tenkai Program, I’ve developed essential skills in quality control and waste reduction to reduce post-harvest losses. I aspire to continue my learning in Japan to advance these skills and make a positive impact on food security in Africa.