NACCU unites Kenya's coffee cooperative unions to advocate for fair policy, better markets, and sustainable livelihoods for over 800,000 smallholder coffee producers.
Journey through the lush coffee farms of Central Kenya, where smallholder farmers nurture some of the world's finest Arabica beans at altitudes of 1,500–2,100 meters.
Watch Full StoryNACCU champions the interests of small-scale coffee farmers through four strategic focus areas.
Advocating for favorable legislation and policies that protect and uplift small-scale coffee producers across Kenya.
Coordinating marketing to ensure farmers access premium global markets and receive fair, competitive prices.
Building capacity of cooperative unions through training, institutional support, and knowledge sharing.
Investing in research to improve coffee quality, sustainability, and long-term farmer prosperity.
NACCU was registered under the Cooperative Societies Act on 15th July 2017 as a national cooperative organization. Its membership consists of all registered secondary coffee cooperative unions in Kenya.
NACCU was formed out of the realization that there was a gap in the representation of small-scale coffee farmers to the duty bearers at all levels of the coffee value chain.
Guided by a clear vision and actionable mission to transform coffee farming in Kenya.
To be the most preferred advocate of small-scale coffee production in Kenya — empowering every farmer with a voice, fair value, and a sustainable future.
To advocate for small-scale coffee production on all matters related to policy and trade through favorable legislation, coordination of marketing, member empowerment, and research & development.
10 cooperative unions from Kenya's finest coffee-growing highlands.
From highland farms to your cup — every step matters.
Smallholder farmers nurture Arabica coffee at 1,500-2,100m altitude
Hand-picked cherries are washed and dried at cooperative stations
Expert cupping and grading ensures AA and AB excellence
NACCU coordinates fair, transparent market access globally
Premium Kenyan coffee with full traceability and impact
Hear from the people whose lives are transformed through cooperative empowerment.
Since joining through our cooperative, my income has tripled. NACCU gave us a voice we never had in the market.
The training programs on sustainable farming changed everything for our community. We now produce higher quality beans.
NACCU's advocacy work has brought real policy changes. For the first time, small farmers have seats at the table.
NACCU works alongside leading national and international organizations to strengthen the coffee value chain.
International development cooperation organization supporting farmer empowerment and gender equality.
Experienced non-profit supporting agricultural producers in developing countries.
Ensuring fair prices and sustainable trading conditions for smallholder producers.
Government regulatory body overseeing Kenya's coffee sector standards.
National body coordinating coffee research and Kenya's coffee auction system.
Kenya's primary coffee auction platform for transparent and competitive pricing.
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Read MoreWe bridge the gap between smallholder farmers and global markets through advocacy, training, and cooperative empowerment.
We connect Kenyan cooperatives directly to international buyers, eliminating middlemen.
NACCU represents 800,000+ farmers at every level — from county assemblies to national parliament.
Through training programs and partnerships with We Effect, we empower farmers with sustainable agricultural practices.
Together, we can build a stronger future for Kenya's smallholder coffee farmers. Connect with NACCU today.
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