ADVOKS GLOBAL · KENYA
The Coffee (General) Regulations
4. Functions of the Authority
Edition: 2022-12-31 · In force
4. Functions of the Authority
(1)The Authority shall in the performance of its functions under these Regulations act through the Coffee Directorate, which shall carry out such activities and do such other things as are necessary to promote, develop and regulate the coffee industry for the benefit of coffee growers and the coffee industry.(2)In consultation with the respective county governments the Authority shall—(a)facilitate the issuance of coffee trade and manufacturing licenses;(b)co-ordinate training programmes for players in the coffee value chain;(c)enforce national regulations and quality standards in the coffee industry;(d)collect, collate and maintain information and data base on the coffee industry including current and future production, processing, marketing and consumption;(e)conduct market intelligence and promotion activities on Coffee both locally and internationally;(f)establish Iinkages with various government agencies including county government and private research institutions for the conduct of studies and researches designed to promote the production, marketing, processing and consumption of coffee;(g)develop and promote strategies and initiatives for value addition;(h)promote the application of the National Coffee Kenya Mark of Origin by local and international industry players;(i)recommend general industry guidelines for interaction between coffee farmers and manufacturers; and(j)promote the development of regional appellations for Kenyan coffee.(3)The Authority shall develop a Coffee Industry Code of Practice for all holders of licences under these Regulations.