- malkaculturalvillage@gmail.com
- Kina Ward, Ggobadida Sub-location, Isiolo County
Fodder & Grass Seed Production
Feeding Livestock. Restoring Land. Empowering Communities.
In the heart of Isiolo’s drylands, Malka Bisanadi Cultural Village leads a remarkable initiative in fodder farming and native grass seed production. Built on the resilience of pastoralist communities, our collective farming project transforms arid land into productive, drought-ready pasture.
We cultivate Cenchrus ciliaris (African foxtail), a grass native to ASAL regions, known for its nutritional value and adaptability. With over 25 acres under cultivation across both our 4-acre group farm and member plots we produce over 1,000 hay bales per harvest and up to 1.4 tons of grass seed annually.
What You’ll Experience
Harvested fodder supports local livestock and is sold to nearby cooperatives and conservation agencies. The seeds, carefully processed and stored, contribute to rangeland restoration, soil erosion control, and livelihood diversification.
This initiative is more than agriculture—it’s food security, climate adaptation, and economic empowerment rolled into one.
- Grow Drought-Resistant Fodder
- Harvest and Package Hay Bales
- Produce Native Grass Seeds
- Store and Preserve Surplus
- Train Local Youth and Women
- Promote Certified Seed Quality
together for impact
Your support fuels real, community-led transformation. Every visit, partnership, or contribution strengthens rural livelihoods, protects Borana heritage, and restores degraded lands in Isiolo County.
We Welcome
Development organisations looking for seed supply
ASAL-adapted grass seeds for pasture reseeding and rangeland restoration.
Researchers interested in ASAL-based climate solutions
Engage with local farmers adapting to dryland conditions thru' climate-resilient fodder practices.
Visitors curious about indigenous farming practices
Experience first-hand how we grow, harvest, and preserve fodder in Isiolo.
From the slopes of Mt. Kenya to the heart of Borana territory, Isiolo offers rich stories, untouched landscapes, and resilient people. When you visit Malka Bisanadi, you’re not just a tourist you become part of something deeply rooted in purpose.
When you visit Malka Bisanadi Cultural Village, you step into the heart of that story. Whether you’re exploring indigenous farming, sharing meals under acacia trees, or listening to stories by firelight, your journey becomes part of something larger.