Alfalfa Seeds for Kenya
This page is for dairy operators, livestock farmers, forage producers, and seed importers in Kenya sourcing wholesale alfalfa (lucerne) seed. KOHENOOR International ships direct from Pakistan to Kenya - ISTA Orange Certificate per lot, ISO 9001 + HACCP certified, full export documentation, since 1957.
Alfalfa seeds for Kenya: Wholesale direct from KOHENOOR International, Pakistan. Shipped via Mombasa Port (8-14 days sea) then road to Nairobi / Nakuru / Eldoret / Kericho / Meru. Recommended local name: Alfalfa seeds / Lucerne seeds / Mbegu za Alfalfa (Swahili). MOQ: 1 MT trial / 20-25 MT container preferred. ISTA-certified, ISO 9001, HACCP. WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 for current FOB Karachi quote. Reply in 24 business hours.
Alfalfa seeds shipped to Kenya - the essentials
- Direct supplier
- KOHENOOR International (Hyderabad HQ; Karachi/Port Qasim loading; Australia branch office)
- Years exporting
- Since 1957 (68 years, third-generation family business)
- Quality system
- ISO 9001 certified · HACCP compliant · ISTA Orange Certificate per lot
- Industry membership
- Australian Seed Federation (Member #1200264)
- Shipping
- via Mombasa Port (8-14 days sea) then road to Nairobi / Nakuru / Eldoret / Kericho / Meru
- Local name
- Alfalfa seeds / Lucerne seeds / Mbegu za Alfalfa (Swahili)
- MOQ
- 1 MT trial · 20-25 MT (one container) preferred for best FOB rate
- Documents
- ISTA + Phytosanitary + Certificate of Origin + Bill of Lading + Commercial Invoice + Packing List
- Payment
- 100% TT against scan-copy BL, or Irrevocable LC at sight from top-tier bank
- WhatsApp / Email
- +92 310 4929292 / export@kohenoorint.com
Shipping ports + transit time to Kenya
| Pakistani port | Kenyan arrival port | Transit |
|---|
| Karachi Port | Mombasa Port | 8-14 days sea transit, then ~485 km road to Nairobi |
Mombasa Port is East Africa's primary gateway and the standard entry point for alfalfa seed bound for Nairobi, Nakuru, Eldoret, and the highland dairy belt around Mount Kenya.
Why buyers in Kenya source alfalfa seed from Pakistan
Kenya's dairy sector is the largest in sub-Saharan Africa and is concentrated in the highland counties. Quality-certified alfalfa seed availability locally is limited - most large-scale commercial dairy and government extension programmes import. Pakistani alfalfa from KOHENOOR offers:
- Competitive FOB rates vs. Argentine, Australian, or European origin alfalfa
- Faster sea route via Mombasa (8-14 days) than transatlantic alternatives
- ISTA per-lot certification meeting KEPHIS phytosanitary requirements
- Cultivar options matched to Kenyan highland conditions
- Direct producer relationship - no broker layer
How we test, condition, and ship every lot
- Origin selection from established multiplication growers in Punjab and Sindh.
- Manual rogueing at flowering - off-type plants physically removed in field.
- Cleaning and conditioning - gravity tables and indent cylinders.
- ISTA lab testing per lot - independent ISTA-recognised laboratory issues Orange Certificate (purity + germination).
- Bagging with sealed lot tags traceable end-to-end.
- Phytosanitary inspection by Pakistan Department of Plant Protection.
- FOB Karachi dispatch - container stuffing at Karachi Port or Port Qasim.
Documents with every shipment to Kenya
| Document | Issuer |
|---|
| ISTA Orange Certificate (purity, germination) | ISTA-recognised laboratory |
| Phytosanitary Certificate | Pakistan Department of Plant Protection |
| Certificate of Origin | Karachi Chamber of Commerce |
| Commercial Invoice | KOHENOOR International |
| Packing List | KOHENOOR International |
| Bill of Lading | Shipping line |
Available on request: Halal certificate · Fumigation certificate · Letter of Guarantee against GMO · Letter of Guarantee against chemical seed treatment · Independent third-party microbial testing · Pesticide residue analysis (QuEChERS) · Heavy metals analysis (ICP-MS).
Cultivar options for Kenya
KOHENOOR supplies multiple Pakistani-origin alfalfa cultivars matched to climate. We will recommend the right cultivar for your dairy zone after you share your region and target arrival month.
| Climate match | Best for |
|---|
| Cold-tolerant variety | Temperate / continental dairy zones, highland regions |
| Heat-tolerant variety | Hot arid + tropical dairy zones, lowland tropical regions |
| Drought-resistant variety | Arid smallholder + pastoral systems |
Local-language RFQ template for Kenya
Send via WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 for 24-hour reply.
Alfalfa seed RFQ - Kenya
Company: ___
Destination county: Nairobi / Nakuru / Uasin Gishu / Meru / Nyandarua
Quantity: ___ MT
Arrival month: ___
Port: Mombasa
Intended use: dairy forage / pasture / smallholder
WhatsApp: ___
Email: ___
Pricing approach - current market, not list
KOHENOOR quotes at the prevailing FOB Karachi market rate on the day of enquiry. We do not publish a fixed price list because rates move daily with crop yield, FX, freight, and seasonal demand. The quote you confirm is the price that ships.
Direct contact - 24-hour reply guaranteed
WhatsApp the destination port + tonnage + arrival month and we will quote within 24 business hours.
WhatsApp +92 310 4929292Frequently asked questions - Alfalfa seeds for Kenya
Who supplies alfalfa seeds to Kenya in bulk?
KOHENOOR International, Pakistan's longest-running alfalfa seed exporter (since 1957), ships wholesale alfalfa (lucerne) seed to Kenya direct from Karachi Port to Mombasa. ISTA-certified, ISO 9001 + HACCP. Member of Australian Seed Federation. WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 for current FOB Karachi quote.
How long does shipping take from Pakistan to Mombasa?
8-14 days sea transit from Karachi Port to Mombasa Port. Onward road haulage to Nairobi: ~485 km / 1-2 days. Total typically 10-16 days door to dairy farm.
What is the alfalfa seed price in Kenya per kg?
We do not publish a fixed list price - rates move daily with FX, crop yield, freight, and seasonal demand. WhatsApp +92 310 4929292 with your tonnage and target arrival month for a same-day FOB Karachi quote. Reply guaranteed within 24 business hours.
Is lucerne the same as alfalfa?
Yes - lucerne (used in Kenya, Australia, South Africa, UK) and alfalfa (used in USA, MENA) are two names for the same crop, Medicago sativa. KOHENOOR seed serves both naming conventions identically.
Which Kenyan regions can grow alfalfa?
Kenyan highland regions above 1500 m perform well - Nyandarua, Nakuru, Uasin Gishu (Eldoret), Kiambu, Meru, Bomet, Kericho. The cooler-night profile of these regions matches alfalfa's growth requirements. We recommend the right cultivar for your specific dairy zone after you share location.
Do you require KEPHIS phytosanitary clearance?
Pakistan ships with Phytosanitary Certificate from the Pakistan Department of Plant Protection. KEPHIS (Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service) accepts this certificate at Mombasa Port. Your customs broker handles final KEPHIS clearance on arrival.
What is the minimum order for Kenya?
1 MT trial accepted FOB Karachi. 20-25 MT (one container) preferred for the most competitive rate. Annual contracts above 100 MT receive tiered volume pricing.
Are KOHENOOR alfalfa seeds dodder-free?
Yes - 100% dodder-free guaranteed. Every shipment includes ISTA Orange Certificate confirming purity and germination percentages. The dodder-free guarantee is backed by mechanical cleaning + visual inspection + lab testing of every lot.