
Noble Consultants: Nurturing Agribusiness, Empowering Rural Communities, and Cultivating Prosperity and Sustainability with Precision and Expertise.
Noble Consultants Company Limited (Noble CCL) stands as one of Africa's leading agricultural and rural development consulting firms. Established in 2007, the firm has built a sterling reputation for excellence in agricultural consultancy services. With over 15 years of experience, we have successfully implemented hundreds of projects across East Africa, directly impacting thousands of farmers and rural communities. Located in Nairobi, Kenya, Noble CCL delivers comprehensive services to both public and private sectors.
Our expertise spans institutional reforms, policy restructuring, environmental audits, capacity building, monitoring and evaluation, and agricultural value chain development. We pride ourselves on combining local knowledge with international best practices to deliver sustainable solutions that transform agricultural communities. Our team of experienced consultants brings together diverse expertise in agriculture, environmental science, economics, and rural development.
Integrate expertise across sectors
Foster resilience and growth
Promote inclusive development
Noble CCL envisions becoming a catalyst for positive change, promoting inclusive development, and cultivating a thriving agricultural ecosystem across Africa.
Sustainable agricultural growth in Africa
Agricultural economics, project management, M&E
Foster SME growth and inclusive agribusiness
Promoting environmentally responsible farming practices
Embracing cutting-edge solutions and technologies
Delivering specialized knowledge and experience
Responding effectively to changing needs
Prioritizing client goals and satisfaction
Maintaining highest ethical standards
Fostering strong local partnerships
Empowering through knowledge sharing
Noble CCL has attained various milestones since it's inception in 2007, which are the cornerstone of our success in Africa. We strive to achieve excellence and provide the very best expertise in the Agricultural and Agribusiness Ecosystem. Our notable achievements have been in the coffee sector over the past 15 years
Founded in Kenya, marking the start of its journey in agricultural consulting
Expanded operations to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda
Introduced eco-friendly and sustainable agricultural practices
Technology Integration: Adopted data analytics, precision farming, and agtech solutions
International Partnerships: Collaborated with global organizations to enhance agricultural development
Service Diversification: Expanded services to include agribusiness development, market analysis, and financial consulting
Pan-African Expansion: Established a strong presence across North, West, and Southern Africa
Digital Training & Farmer Empowerment: Launched an online training platform to equip farmers with essential knowledge and skills
Smart Agriculture Hub: Projected launch of integrated AI-powered agricultural solutions platform connecting farmers, markets, and technology across Africa
Noble Consultants offers comprehensive consulting services designed to enhance agricultural productivity, sustainability, and business development across Africa. Our expert team delivers specialized solutions tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities in the agricultural sector.
We provide environmental impact assessments, sustainable land management practices, and conservation agriculture solutions to minimize ecological footprints while maximizing agricultural productivity.
Our team assists agricultural enterprises with market research, business planning, value chain analysis, and strategic development to enhance competitiveness and profitability.
We offer financial modeling, investment planning, grant proposal development, and access to funding opportunities specifically designed for agricultural businesses.
Our OSHA services ensure compliance with international safety standards, risk assessments, and implementation of health and safety protocols in agricultural operations.
We develop climate-smart agricultural strategies, carbon footprint assessments, and carbon credit certification to help clients adapt to climate change while generating additional revenue streams.
Our specialists design integrated agroforestry systems that combine tree cultivation with crop production to enhance biodiversity, soil health, and farm resilience.
We guide clients through international certification processes including organic, fair trade, Rainforest Alliance, and other sustainability certifications to access premium markets.
We deliver customized training programs, workshops, and skill development initiatives to empower farmers, agricultural workers, and agribusiness managers with the knowledge and capabilities needed for sustainable and profitable operations.
Evaluating ecological effects of agricultural practices, from soil health to water management
Conducting environmental audits for compliance with National Environment Management Authority standards
Identifying strategic opportunities
Enhancing operational efficiency
Exploring new revenue streams
Implementing eco-friendly solutions
Developing comprehensive financial plans for agricultural projects
Identifying and addressing financial risks in agribusiness
Assisting in securing financial resources for agricultural initiatives
Conducting thorough safety evaluations
Delivering targeted safety education
Ensuring adherence to OSHA regulations
Implementing ongoing safety enhancements
We enable agricultural enterprises to thrive amid climate challenges while creating value through carbon markets.
Integrates trees with crops, yielding 5.2 tons CO2e per hectare annually.
Preserves soil structure, capturing 3.7 tons CO2e per hectare yearly.
Prevents erosion while sequestering 2.5 tons CO2e per hectare annually.
Rotation systems enhancing grassland carbon storage at 1.8 tons CO2e per hectare.
Builds soil carbon through natural processes, sequestering 1.2 tons CO2e annually.
These practices qualify for carbon credit programs, generating revenue while improving farm sustainability.
Reducing carbon footprints while maintaining productivity.
Guiding clients through verification and monetization in carbon markets.
Deploying climate-smart techniques balancing ecology with economics.
Our comprehensive agroforestry services deliver sustainable solutions with multiple benefits:
Creating tailored agroforestry layouts integrating timber, fruit trees, cash crops, and livestock based on local conditions
Identifying optimal native and commercial tree species that complement existing agricultural practices
Providing technical assistance for plantation, management, and maintenance of agroforestry systems
Developing multi-year revenue projections showing short, medium, and long-term income potentials
Connecting agroforestry projects with carbon markets to generate additional revenue streams
We guide agricultural enterprises through comprehensive certification processes, ensuring compliance with international standards and enhancing market access.
Supporting farmers in achieving Rainforest Alliance certification through sustainable farming practices, biodiversity conservation, and improved livelihoods. We provide guidance on meeting environmental, social, and economic criteria while ensuring traceability requirements are met.
Assisting producers in meeting EUDR requirements by implementing due diligence systems, ensuring products are deforestation-free, and maintaining comprehensive documentation for supply chain transparency. We help establish geolocation mapping and verification processes.
Providing end-to-end support including initial assessments, gap analysis, implementation guidance, internal audit preparation, and corrective action planning. We maintain ongoing support to ensure continued compliance and certification maintenance.
Our certification services help agricultural businesses access premium markets, meet buyer requirements, and demonstrate their commitment to sustainable practices.
We empower organizations through targeted capacity building programs that enhance skills and institutional capabilities. Our services are tailored for agricultural enterprises, government agencies, and community organizations to ensure sustainable development.
We deliver specialized training in sustainable agriculture, environmental management, business development, and compliance. Our hands-on approach ensures practical knowledge that participants can immediately implement.
We assess organizational capabilities, identify gaps, and develop interventions to enhance efficiency, governance, and management systems.
We share best practices and expertise through workshops, field demonstrations, and peer-learning networks.
Our training modules build essential technical and managerial capabilities among farmers, workers, and community leaders.
We measure training effectiveness, track progress, and ensure continuous improvement in our capacity building initiatives.
Our programs reach 1,600+ participants annually across multiple sectors, focusing on certification preparation and sustainable farming practices.
Our capacity building services support Noble Consultants' mission of promoting sustainable development and economic prosperity. Our programs align with international standards to enhance certification compliance, improve environmental management, and strengthen business resilience.
Title: Kenya Nescafé Plan Project Monitoring and Evaluation: Data Collection on Rainforest Alliance Compliance of Coffee Farmers in Central and Western Kenya using Koltiva KoltiTrace Survey Application.
Client: Rainforest Alliance
Period: Sept - Dec 2024
Title: RA Certification/ EUDR Compliance, Sustainable Agriculture Standards, Training and Data Collection including Geo-data (Polygons) for 19,000 coffee farmers in Kenya
Client: Kenyacof/ Rainforest Alliance
Period: March - Nov 2024
Title: Improving Climate-Resilience, Food Security and Profitably of Smallholder Coffee Farmers in Kenya Project
Client: Coffee Management Services (CMS)
Period: May - July 2024
Title: Gusii Regenerative Agriculture Landscape Project (GuRAL): Promote sustainable agriculture development by scaling up coffee certification as well as training smallholder farmers to adopt regenerative and Climate Smart Agriculture (CSA) practices.
Client: Rainforest Alliance
Period: Oct - Dec 2023
Title: The Youth Empowerment For Sustainable Aquaculture Markets and Job Creation Programme / Youth In Sustainable Agriculture (YISA) Programme
Client: Farm Africa Kenya
Period: May 2024
Title: Socio-Economic Baseline Survey for The Master Plan and Model Large-Scale Landscape Program for Sustainable Development and Nature Conservation (BMZ II) Project, Amboseli Ecosystem
Client: WWF - Kenya
Period: April 2024
Title: NEMA Audit in (19) Wet Coffee Mills in Kenya; and RFA Certification inspection Audits on coffee cooperative Societies in Central Kenya Region of Nyeri, Kirinyaga, Muranga and Embu Counties.
Client: Succastainability Kenya Limited (SKL)
Period: June - October 2023
Title: NEMA Audit in (41) Wet Coffee Mills in Kenya; RA Certification inspection Audits on (7) Coffee Cooperative Societies in Meru County.
Client: Succastainability Kenya Limited (SKL)
Period: May - July 2023
Title: Environmental Audits to NEMA for 39 coffee Wet Mills in Kisii and Nyamira County.
Client: Tropical Farm Management Kenya Ltd (TFMK)
Period: September - November 2022
Title: Two-day training on the Leadership & Governance, Constitution/By-Laws making and Gender. 33 cooperative leaders from- Embu, Kirinyaga, Nandi and Nyeri.
Client: Succastainability Kenya Limited (SKL)
Period: June 2022
Title: End term Climate Academy Project was developed to increase the climate change resilience of coffee farmers organized in selected FCSs.
Client: Fairtrade Africa
Period: 2020
Title: Understanding the situation of small and medium estate coffee groups in Kenya in relation to access to better services and markets.
Client: Rainforest Alliance -Utz
Period: 2019
Title: Sustainable Diets for ALL Kenya Country Baseline Survey
Client: Human Institute for Co-operation with Developing Countries
Period: 2018
Title: End of Project Evaluation for Solidaridad Farmer Support Program on BCI Cotton- Kenya 2013 – 2015
Client: Dioraphite Foundation / Solidaridad
Period: 2016
Title: In collaboration with SECAEC, developed a Diagnostic Tool for assessment of performance standards in coffee husbandry, processing, marketing and management of coffee producer organizations.
Client: Solidaridad (SECAEC)
Period: 2015
Title: Undertaken an organization strengthening project for Coffee Cooperatives in Kenya financed by SECAEC in the year 2013/14; which was extended for a further one year.
Client: Solidaridad (SECAEC)
Period: 2015 - 2014
Title: Improving financial literacy to coffee cooperative farmers
Client: Rainforest Alliance
Period: Feb 2014
Title: Baseline survey for the coffee production and other economic activities of Kirinyaga District Cooperative Societies
Client: Coffee Management Services Ltd
Period: March 2013
Title: The Impact of Certification on Selected Smallholder Coffee Farmers in Kiambu and Nyeri Counties in Kenya
Client: Centre for International Development Issues Nijmegen, The Netherlands
Period: 2013
Title: The Potato Value Chain in Narok, Bomet, Nyandarua and Meru Counties in Kenya.
Client: SNV/Hivos/Solidaridad
Period: 2013
Title: Undertaken agribusiness opportunity assessment in the districts of Isiolo, Samburu, Laikipia and Nyeri for African Wildlife Foundation (AWF).
Client: African Wildlife Foundation (AWF)
Period: 2013
Title: Carried out assignments on strengthening the productivity and completive position of organized smallholder coffee farmers in Kenya through the implementation of a Quality Management System in coffee cooperatives in Muranga.
Client: Solidaridad, SECAEC
Period: 2013
Title: Cooperative society officials training on governance, financial and human resource management
Client: World Bank Matching Grant
Period: July 2013
Title: Exploration of opportunities for engagement in the coffee value chain in Southern Tanzania
Client: Lutheran World Relief
Period: September 2013
Title: Impact assessment on Fair and Responsible Trade in coffee and tea from Eastern Africa with Center on Development Issues (CIDIN) at Radboud University Nijmegen (The Netherlands)
Client: Solidaridad/ Irish Aid
Period: January 2013
Title: A diagnostic study of the financing needs of Micro-Enterprise Support Program Trust (MESP)
Client: Micro-Enterprise Support Program Trust (MESP)
Period: January 2012
Title: Conducted various capacity building trainings in various cooperatives in Muranga emphasizing on Good Agricultural Practices, Good Processing Practices and Good Manufacturing practices. These were aimed at increasing productivity and quality improvement as well as facilitating market access.
Client: Solidaridad, SECAEC
Period: 2012
Title: Conducted a Gap Analysis study on coffee estates, Coffee Cooperatives and three dry coffee mills in preparation for their compliance with CAFÉ Practices and UTZ Certification programs
Client: Fairtrade Africa
Period: 2012
Title: Prepared an Internal Control System (ICS) document for various cooperatives, which includes all the aspects of the organization’s policy, procedures, responsibilities, risks and mitigation measures in the course of managing their institutions in preparation of coffee certifications. This includes programs such as Utz Certified, Starbucks Café Practices and Fairtrade standards
Client: Fairtrade Africa
Period: 2012
Title: Conducted initial environmental study for coffee cooperative societies Embu, Muranga, Nyeri, Machakos and Kirinyaga Districts. The studies were aimed at identifying environmental issues, their potential environmental impacts and recommending mitigation measures, in accordance with NEMA compliance requirements.
Client: NEMA
Period: 2012
Title: UTZ (Good Inside) chain of custody in Tanzania
Client: Tutunze Kahawa Ltd (part of ECON)
Period: June 2012
Title: End Term Review of Kenya Organic Agriculture Network (KOAN) organization, programs and targets
Client: Human Institute for Cooperation with Developing Countries (Hivos)
Period: October 2012
Title: Baseline survey on development of premium market for smallholder farmers focusing on fresh produce
Client: Solidaridad
Period: March 2012
Title: Consultancy to undertake Baseline Survey on climate change perception by tea producers
Client: Ethical Tea Partnership and GIZ
Period: May 2011
Title: Conducted a training evaluation for many coffee cooperative societies in various coffee growing areas in Kenya on capacity building projects a beneficially of the World Bank’s Marching Grant Fund, managed by Deloitte consulting Ltd.
Client: Deloitte Consulting Ltd.
Period: 2012
Title: Participated in feasibility study of the extension of Ahero and West Kano irrigation scheme financed by National Irrigation Board of Kenya, aimed at evaluating the possibility of changing from a “water pumping irrigation system” to a “gravity fed system” and explore the possibilities of diversification from rice to other high value crops i.e. horticultural crops.
Client: National Irrigation Board (NIB)
Period: 2011
Title: Participated in the mid-term review for the IFAD supported Central Kenya dry area project, with an aim of assessing the benefits received by farmers, and recommended the extension of the project for a further three years.
Client: IFAD
Period: 2011
Title: Participated in impact assessment for SIDA supported National Agriculture and Livestock Extension Project. The study aimed at evaluation of the impact of extension to the smallholder farmers in 42 districts in Kenya.
Client: SIDA
Period: 2011
Title: Study of the coffee future prospects of the farmers’ cooperative societies in Kenya with an aim of identifying their strengths and weaknesses in a liberalized primary commodity marketing system.
Client: USAID
Period: 2011
Title: Coffee sub sector reform proposal aimed at drafting the new coffee act in Kenya and the attendant rules Mild Coffee Traders Association of East Africa
Client: Mild Coffee Traders Association of East Africa
Period: 2011
Title: Environmental Impact Assessment for dry mill at RUDA Industrial Estate in Eldoret
Client: Coffee Management Services
Period: May 2011
Title: Micro, small and medium enterprises competitiveness project – value chain matchup grant
Client: Ford Foundation
Period: March 2011
Title: Baseline survey on introduction of Avocados to smallholder farmers in Narok and Bomet Districts
Client: Netherlands Development Organization (SNV)
Period: April 2012
Title: Consultancy to collect climate change data for feeding the cool farm tool. Four coffee cooperative societies in Kenya
Client: Solidaridad
Period: May 2011
Title: Climate change adoption and mitigation Evaluation of project results and impacts
Client: Songana Commodities Ltd and The German International Cooperation (GIZ)
Period: June 2011
Title: Consultancy services for conducting Environmental Audit Studies for Mwirua cooperative society
Client: Coffee Management Services Ltd
Period: January 2011
Title: Preparation of Strategic Plan 2011 – 2015 for Kowolhai
Client: Deloitte for the World Bank Matching Grant
Period: May 2010
Title: Gender study in certified coffee value chain in Nyeri District
Client: Kenya Organic Agriculture Network (KOAN)
Period: September 2010
Title: Assisting Kibinge Co-operative to implement, attain and maintain Fairtrade and UTZ certification in Masaka District Uganda
Client: Fairtrade/UTZ
Period: May 2010
Title: Development of Strategic and Business Plans for Tetu co-operative societies
Client: Kenya Heartland Coffee Project (African Wildlife Foundation)
Period: December 2010
Title: Mapping of Existing Gender-Disaggregated data and methodologies in Agri and Rural Development Communities in Kenya
Client:
Period: November 2010
Title: Integrated Watershed Management Bufundi Catchment, Kahale Uganda
Client: CDAAD Alumni Summer School on Climate Change and Food Security
Period: June 2010
Title: Baseline Study on cooperative community with focus on families in coffee
Client: Sustainable Management Services Ltd – ECON
Period: August 2010
Title: Carbon Project baseline studies at Kowothai Cooperative for feeding to Carbon Project
Client: Deloitte for the World Bank Matching Grant
Period: May 2008
Noble CCL has successfully completed numerous projects across East Africa, focusing on sustainable agriculture, capacity building, and environmental stewardship.
"Noble Consultants Company Limited demonstrated relevant competencies, knowledge, skills and ability to provide guidance and technical foresight in the agricultural sector. We found their work very professionally carried out and recommend them for various coffee assignments that you may require service provision."
Agapeters Kubasu
Head of Region - East and Central Africa Network
Fairtrade Africa
"Having worked with Noble for over 15 years, I highly recommend them for their competency, efficiency, and experience in coffee-related assignments within the East African Geography (Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Ethiopia). They are professional and have a big pool of highly qualified consultants."
Nicholas Kabare
Farmer Service Unit, Manager
Tropical Farm Management Kenya
"Coffee farmers have been able to increase yields of certified coffee of high quality, which has fetched high prices at the auction leading to better income. With the forgoing experiences from the work we have carried out together we highly recommend Noble Consultants Company Limited to undertake any of the related assignments."
Muhia Murigi
Sustainability Coordinator
SUCAFINA - Sucastainability Kenya
"Noble Consultants Company Limited demonstrated relevant competencies, knowledge, skills and ability to provide guidance and technical foresight in the agricultural sector. I highly recommend their talent, expertise and professionalism."
Stephen Kithuka
Regional Head of Programmes,
Solidaridad East and Central Africa











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CEO/Director: A distinguished Agricultural Economist who combines academic expertise with hands-on experience in agricultural extension services. Leading transformative projects across East Africa, he specializes in developing sustainable farming practices and innovative agricultural solutions.
Director: A pioneering expert in Environment and Rural Development with over 30 years of transformative experience. His comprehensive approach integrates environmental conservation with community development, leading to sustainable and scalable solutions across diverse rural contexts.
Associate Consultant: A dynamic Agri-Business and Gender specialist who champions inclusive agricultural development. Her expertise in designing gender-responsive agri-enterprise programs has empowered countless farmers and entrepreneurs, particularly women in rural communities.
Associate Consultant: An agricultural consultant with extensive experience in coffee research and production, crop value chain analysis, regenerative and climate-smart agriculture, agroforestry, organic coffee production, and capacity building for rural communities on sustainable farming, biodiversity, and climate change adaptation.
Leadership and Governance Specialist: Agribusiness consultant and coffee management expert specializing in coffee investment, agronomy, and quality. He has contributed to cooperative governance, certification training, and capacity building for coffee farmers in Kenya and Tanzania, promoting sustainability and business growth.
Horticulture Specialist: Associate Professor of Horticulture at JKUAT, Kenya, specializing in sustainable water management and horticulture. He has led capacity-building projects, trained experts in pest management, and contributed to COP26’s Net Zero Future Committee, showcasing his expertise in agricultural sustainability and education.
Climate Change Specialist: Associate Professor at JKUAT with expertise in horticultural sciences and biosystems engineering. With international research experience in Germany and Thailand, he has held leadership roles in academia, environmental certification, and coffee management. Mutwiwa has led projects on environmental audits and climate resilience, contributing to sustainability in the agricultural sector.
Community Liason Specialist: Seasoned Community Liaison and Social Safeguards Specialist, has over 40 years of experience in cooperative development and rural sociology. His consultancy work spans Kenya, Rwanda, and South Sudan, contributing to World Bank-funded infrastructure projects and cooperative training. Proficient in governance, ethics, financial management, and socio-economic surveys,
Enterprise Development Specialist: Seasoned academic and entrepreneur with over 30 years of experience, is a Senior Lecturer and Campus Quality Assurance Officer at JKUAT. Holding a Ph.D. in Entrepreneurship from JKUAT, he specializes in entrepreneurship, leadership, and management. His expertise spans business development, financial management, and industrialization, with a strong background in mentorship and operational efficiency.
MEAL Expert: A result-driven MEAL expert with extensive experience in conducting studies, research, and capacity-building initiatives to measure project impact and success. Skilled in project management, work planning, and high-level negotiations, with expertise in agriculture and social inclusion. Proficient in evaluating success across multiple agricultural value chains, including cotton, coffee, avocado, mango, beans, groundnuts, and aquaculture. Experienced in working with smallholder farmers, INGOs, private sector entities, and agriculture-based SMEs to enhance capacity, value addition, and market linkages.
Water Security, Sanitation and Hygiene Specialist: A dedicated water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) professional with over 13 years of experience in developing WASH services across Africa, particularly in Kenya and East Africa. His expertise spans rural water and sanitation development, water safety planning, non-revenue water management, sanitation value chain development, and business development services in WASH. He has a strong background in private sector involvement (PPP) in water and sanitation services, renewable energy, and the productive use of solar energy (PUE) in solar-powered water supply and wastewater management, including fecal sludge management.
Agro-Processing, Renewable Energy and Agri-Energy: A distinguished Kenyan engineer, has over three decades of expertise in agricultural engineering and economic policy management. Holding a BSc in Agricultural Engineering from the University of Nairobi (1988), he is currently pursuing a PhD in Techno-economic Studies in Agro-processing Engineering at Jomo Kenyatta University. His career spans key roles in the Ministry of Agriculture and academia, serving as a Lecturer at Jomo Kenyatta University. Eng. Ndirangu has contributed to financial modeling, business plan development, and supply chain assessments.
In-depth analysis of agricultural markets and policies
Efficient execution of complex agricultural initiatives
Promoting eco-friendly farming practices
Empowering communities through knowledge transfer
Holistic approaches to improving rural livelihoods
Serving the agricultural sector since 2007
Across various countries in Africa
In sustainable agricultural practices
Supporting sustainable coffee production
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