Pest Control Products Board

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Pest control products smuggled through informal crossing points pose a serious challenge to agricultural productivity, our food systems, public health and the environment. To address this challenge, the Pest Control Products Board (PCPB), through its Taveta One-Stop Border Post (OSBP) team, conducted a roadblock enforcement inspection along the Njukini–Elerai route, targeting motorcycles, motor vehicles and pedestrians using the route. The operation resulted in the interception of illegal pest control products (PCPs) being transported to different destinations within the country. PCPB warns members of the public against smuggling, transporting and dealing in illegal pest control products. Such activities constitute offences under the Pest Control Products Act (Cap. 346), and offenders risk prosecution, heavy fines or imprisonment upon conviction. The Board remains committed to strengthening enforcement operations to curb the movement of illegal PCPs, protect public health and the environment, and promote compliance with the law.

𝗦𝗠𝗨𝗚𝗚𝗟𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗢𝗡 𝗡𝗢𝗧𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗦 𝗣𝗖𝗣𝗕 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗡𝗦𝗜𝗙𝗜𝗘𝗦 𝗕𝗢𝗥𝗗𝗘𝗥 𝗦𝗨𝗥𝗩𝗘𝗜𝗟𝗟𝗔𝗡𝗖𝗘 𝗔𝗖𝗥𝗢𝗦𝗦 𝗞𝗘𝗡𝗬𝗔'𝗦 𝗢𝗙𝗙𝗜𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗢𝗦𝗕𝗣𝗦 One Stop Border Posts (OSBPs) play a critical role in regulating cross-border trade and safeguarding the country against the entry of harmful and non-compliant products. Recognising their strategic importance, the Pest Control Products Board has intensified border surveillance to curb the illegal trade in pest control products and protect human health, food safety, agricultural productivity and the environment. The impact of these efforts is evident at Malaba OSBP, where PCPB officers yesterday impounded a consignment of DUDU-ACELAMECTIN 5% EC being smuggled on a motorcycle and destined for Eldoret. Today, officers intercepted and impounded another consignment of unregistered MANCOBEX, also being transported on a motorcycle and destined for Bungoma. These interceptions demonstrate the importance of vigilant border surveillance in preventing illegal pest control products from entering the domestic market. The Board issues a stern warning to smugglers, transporters and traders involved in the illegal trade of pest control products. The importation, transportation, distribution and sale of unregistered, counterfeit or smuggled products will not be tolerated. Those found engaging in such unlawful activities will face appropriate enforcement action in accordance with the Pest Control Products Act, Cap. 346. PCPB urges members of the public, farmers and traders to remain vigilant and report suspected cases of illegal importation, transportation, distribution or sale of pest control products to the Board. Public cooperation is essential in disrupting illegal trade and safeguarding the Kenyan market. 𝗜𝗹𝗹𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗹 𝗽𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗿𝗼𝗹 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗱𝘂𝗰𝘁𝘀 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗻𝗼 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗞𝗲𝗻𝘆𝗮.

Today, PCPB General Manager, Compliance & Enforcement led the Board inspectors in a heavy raid at a supermarket in Garden City Mall, Nairobi resulting in the seizure of assorted unregistered pest control products and arrest if the culprit.

The Pest Control Products Board (PCPB) is engaging farmers and agribusiness stakeholders at the Eastern Africa Grain Council (EAGC) Western and Rift Region Agribusiness Expo, held at Kibabii University in Bungoma County, to promote responsible use of registered pesticides.

Today, PCPB Compliance and Enforcement officers stationed at the Busia Border seized pest control products from a hawker entering Kenya from Uganda without the required import permit. The operation underscores the Board’s continued efforts to prevent smuggling of pesticides.

During routine surveillance along the Eldoret–Bungoma Road, PCPB compliance and enforcement officers from North Rift Region intercepted and seized litres of Dudu-Acelamectin 5% EC at Jua Kali, Turbo. The consignment was being smuggled from Uganda to Timboroa in a transit truck.

PCPB yesterday conducted farmer training at the Seminary Farmers Expo in Masii. The training equipped farmers with practical knowledge on pesticide safety, correct interpretation of product labels, proper handling and applicationvand compliance with PCPB regulations.

To promote Good pest management practices, PCPB conducted 4 days farmer sensitization programme in Kwale, Lamu, Kilifi and Taita Taveta counties from 18 - 21 October 2026 with farmers in Mpeketoni benefiting on the last day of the training.

Today, PCPB officers stationed at Malaba OSBP impounded 20 cartons of Ratox rodenticide from a Simba Coach bus travelling from Kampala to Nairobi. Each carton contained 24 pieces, bringing the total to 480 pieces. The consignment was impounded due to the lack of an import permit.

On 19th October 2026 PCPB sensitized farmers at Mamba Village, Dzombo Ward, Kwale County. The activity forms part of the Board’s ongoing initiative to equip farmers in the Coast Region with the knowledge and skills needed for the responsible use of pest control products.

𝗛𝗔𝗣𝗣𝗬 𝗠𝗔𝗦𝗛𝗨𝗝𝗔𝗔 𝗗𝗔𝗬 As we mark this important national day, the Pest Control Products Board celebrates the spirit of service, responsibility and dedication that continues to drive Kenya forward.

in safeguarding public health, protecting our environment, and promoting responsible use of pest control products. Heri ya Siku ya Mashujaa! Let us all be heroes in building a safer, healthier, and more prosperous Kenya. 🇰🇪 #MashujaaDay #HeroesOfKenya #SafeUseOfPesticides

On 16th October 2026, PCPB conducted a farmer sensitization exercise at Lake Kenyatta Agriculture Training Centre in Mpeketoni. The exercise was graced by the county Agriculture CECM Mr. James Gichu.