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Evergreen Fields introduced a hybrid model that combines organic crop production with renewable energy systems to reduce carbon footprints. This innovation supports UN SDGs such as Zero Hunger, Clean Energy, Decent Work, and Climate Action. "Our vision was simple," Alvin Mukwa explained. "We wanted to show that farming can be profitable and sustainable at the same time not just for us, but for the planet."
Evergreen Fields LTD, founded in 2016 in Kakamega County, Kenya, has introduced an agricultural innovation that combines solar-powered irrigation systems with organic fertilizers made from local waste. The company’s solar irrigation technology helps smallholder farmers reduce their dependence on unreliable rainfall by providing a steady, renewable water source for crops such as maize and sunflower. By using solar energy instead of diesel or grid electricity, Evergreen Fields offers a cleaner and more affordable solution that supports year-round farming while minimizing environmental impact.
To address soil degradation, a major challenge for Kenyan farmers, the company converts agricultural and household organic waste into nutrient-rich fertilizer. This improves soil fertility, increases yields, and reduces the use of chemical fertilizers that harm the environment over time. By promoting waste recycling and sustainable soil practices, Evergreen Fields strengthens the local circular economy and encourages responsible farming.
These efforts align strongly with Sustainable Development Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production, by promoting efficient resource use, waste reduction, and sustainable agricultural systems. The initiative also contributes to Zero Hunger (SDG 2) by supporting food security, Affordable and Clean Energy (SDG 7) through solar use, and Climate Action (SDG 13) by lowering emissions. Through partnerships and farmer training, Evergreen Fields demonstrates how community-based innovation can enhance sustainability and rural livelihoods in Kenya.
The inspiration for Evergreen Fields LTD’s innovation grew out of a deeply personal, generational story. Founder Alvin Khaemba was moved by watching his father, Raphael Khaemba, face the struggles of traditional farming in Kakamega County. He witnessed years of drought, soil depletion, and the constant uncertainty that came with total reliance on rainfall. Rather than walking away from those challenges, they chose to confront them by combining traditional farming wisdom with modern, sustainable technology. Alvin’s words, “My father always told me that land never fails, people just need to listen to it,” reflect the heart of their mission: to restore the relationship between people and the land by understanding its needs and responding with innovative action. This mindset led them to create solutions such as solar-powered irrigation systems and organic fertilizers that heal the soil rather than depleting it, showing that prioritizing sustainability can guide modern agricultural progress.
That philosophy defines Evergreen Fields’ identity and guides its work toward a more sustainable farming future. The company’s website echoes this same mindset, emphasizing eco-friendly practices, high-quality seed production, and community empowerment for smallholder farmers across Kenya. Alvin and Raphael’s approach demonstrates that innovation doesn’t have to replace local knowledge; it can amplify it. By fusing generational experience with renewable energy and organic production, Evergreen Fields transformed its family’s farming struggles into a practice that supports resilience, food security, and environmental balance. Their story is more than just an agricultural success; it’s a reflection of how cultural values and personal experience can drive meaningful solutions to global issues like climate change and sustainable development.
Evergreen Fields LTD was founded in 2016 in Kakamega County, Kenya, and has introduced an agricultural innovation that combines solar-powered irrigation systems with organic fertilizers made from local waste. The company’s solar irrigation technology helps smallholder farmers reduce dependence on unreliable rainfall by providing a steady, renewable water source for crops such as maize and sunflower. By using solar energy instead of diesel or grid electricity, Evergreen Fields offers a cleaner and more affordable solution that supports year-round farming while minimizing environmental impact.
To address soil degradation —a significant challenge for Kenyan farmers —the company converts agricultural and household organic waste into nutrient-rich fertilizer. This improves soil fertility, increases yields, and reduces the use of chemical fertilizers that harm the environment. By promoting waste recycling and sustainable soil practices, Evergreen Fields supports a local circular economy and encourages responsible farming.
The impact of these innovations reaches over 500 smallholder farmers, enabling multiple crop cycles each year, improving food security, and supplementing household income. Communities that once relied solely on rain-fed farming now experience more predictable harvests and better water management, with a reported 40% reduction in water use. The company also creates employment for rural youth through roles in installation, maintenance, fertilizer production, and training.
By promoting efficient resource use, renewable energy, and sustainable production, Evergreen Fields directly contributes to SDG 12 while also supporting Zero Hunger (SDG 2), Decent Work (SDG 8), and Climate Action (SDG 13).
Evergreen Fields LTD’s innovation has become the driving force behind its business growth and long-term sustainability. By introducing solar-powered irrigation systems and organic fertilizers, the company has strengthened its impact on smallholder farms and gradually expanded its operations across western Kenya. This growth has opened opportunities for collaboration with agricultural research institutions and development organizations that promote sustainable, climate-conscious farming. Through these partnerships, Evergreen Fields has gained access to improved technology, technical support, and stronger credibility within Kenya’s agricultural sector. As a result, the company has attracted interest from impact investors who view their work as both socially meaningful and financially sound, supporting steady growth without compromising its mission.
The company’s focus on sustainability has also improved internal development and employee satisfaction. Evergreen Fields now provides stable employment for rural youth and skilled technicians, fostering a work culture built on shared purpose and commitment. Employees benefit from fair wages, safe working conditions, and the satisfaction of contributing to their communities. As Alvin Khaemba explained, “Because we focused on impact before profit, the profits followed naturally.” This reflects a long-term approach where investing in people and community engagement has built a loyal and motivated workforce.
Financially and reputationally, Evergreen Fields has positioned itself as a reliable example of sustainable agribusiness in Kenya. Its steady growth comes from the rising demand for eco-friendly fertilizers and solar-powered irrigation systems. By aligning its business model with SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production), the company continues to balance profitability with sustainability, ensuring meaningful progress for both people and the planet.
Evergreen Fields LTD’s innovations benefit both society and the environment by promoting a more sustainable, responsible agricultural system. At its core, the company’s work directly supports Sustainable Development Goal ( 12) Responsible Consumption and Production, which focuses on efficient resource use, waste reduction, and environmentally friendly production methods. Through solar-powered irrigation and organic fertilizer solutions, Evergreen Fields reduces the carbon footprint of traditional farming practices while promoting cleaner, circular production systems. By converting local organic waste into fertilizer, the company minimizes chemical use and prevents soil degradation, demonstrating responsible production. The use of solar energy for irrigation further supports SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy) by replacing diesel pumps with renewable energy alternatives, reducing emissions, and improving long-term sustainability.
Socially, Evergreen Fields empowers rural communities through employment and training in sustainable farming practices. This contributes to SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth) by creating jobs for youth and enhancing agricultural skills. It also supports SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities) by giving smallholder farmers, often the most economically vulnerable, access to affordable, eco-friendly technologies. As Alvin Khaemba shared, “Seeing young people return to farming with pride is the biggest success for us.”
By centering its innovation around SDG 12, Evergreen Fields demonstrates how responsible production can drive environmental care, renewable energy adoption, and inclusive economic growth within Kenya’s agricultural sector.
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Evergreen Fields is a Kenya-based agricultural enterprise founded by Alvin Mukwa and his father, Raphael Khaemba, in 2016. The company specializes in cultivating high-quality maize seeds and sunflowers, offering sustainable employment to local community members. Through inclusive training, fair pay, and eco-friendly farming methods, Evergreen Fields promotes food security, environmental conservation, and gender equality in rural Kenya.