About us

ABOUT US

Transforming Rural Livelihoods & Empowering livestock producers

Wafugaji & Quality Meat Coop Society Limited (WQM)is a farmers-owned cooperative operating in ASAL regions of Kenya.

It operates as a diversified enterprise across serving meat producers in the region.

WQM spearheads smart meat production by availing top genetics to improve local indigenous breeds to pack more meat meat better forage resources, disease- resistant, silage-making technology, care - management, feedlot system livestock input, fodder sustainability, livestock knowledge, trainings, research for consistent meat production.

Our purpose is creating connections to empower livestock producers.

We are a livestock farmers-owned cooperative in Kenya.

Our diversification approach provide critical components to livestock genetics growth, quality meat production, livestock inputs, market access competiveness and biosecurity management services that help farmers feed the world.

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Our Services

The cooperative play a critical role in rural development by providing services such as genetics access, establishing veterinary care- producers relations, reproductive technology, sustainable fodder security, care and management of animals, farmland management, biosecurity and influence market trends.

"Wafugaji &Quality Meat Coop Society is a member-owned organization where livestock farmers pool resources to improve production, address quality meat livestock production, access to better markets, and shared risks", Founder Chair Henry C. Kioko.

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Transforming agriculture is achievable.
We’ve made it happen.

Meet our Members

Dedicated to success

HENRY C. KIOKO

FOUNDER CHAIR, WQM Coop

Henry is the Founder Chairperson Wafugaji & Quality Meat Coop Society Ltd. He is instrumental in outlining the vision for structured cooperative operations, availing top genetics, value addition, and improved community- based breeding programs.

Henry says WQM shall focus on transforming it's livestock members from subsistence to a commercialized, sustainable producers.

CHARLES KYALO MBINDO,

HONORARY SECRETARY

Charles is a livestock Farmer based in Makueni and Machakos County. Charles is a producer focused on supplying quality cattle, goats, and sheep for the local beef and meat market. He is committed to driving sustainable growth in the semi-arid landscape through disciplined animal husbandry, smart water management, and rotational grazing. Currently, Charles is prioritizing market development and expansion, seeking to leverage strategic partnerships to scale production and improve off-take efficiency. He is eager to network with fellow producers and stakeholders within the livestock ecosystem to share insights, modernize value chains, and create robust market-led opportunities for the region.

GILBERT NZOMO

TREASURER

Gilbert is the Managing Director at Risk Africa Innovatis Ltd (Africa), expert in Risk Management automation, advisory and training. In his vast career in the field, he has developed advanced specialist skills in Predictive analytics (AI/ML), Basel III, Solvency II, Strategic Risk Management, Information Security Risk Management, Fraud Risk Management, Business Continuity Management, Human Capital & Operational Risk Management, Big Data analytics, Security Risk Management, Compliance Risk Management, Anti-money laundering and Risk-based Internal Audit among others.

SYLVESTER GITAU

Member

A dedicated and growing livestock farmer based in Selengei, specializing in sheep farming with an integrated approach to feed production. Over the past year, he has established a sustainable farming system that combines animal husbandry with on-farm feed cultivation, ensuring consistent nutrition, reduced operational costs and improved livestock productivity.

KYALO KIBUA

Farmer

A small-scale farmer dedicated to both crop and animal husbandry, with a focused commitment to identifying and cultivating the highest quality stock suited for semi-arid environments. The goal is to apply and share efficient, sustainable livestock practices and technologies that are environmentally sound and economically practical with fellow farmers in the community to build lasting resilience, self-sufficiency, and long-term profitability.'

BINYA MUTISO