Maize is an important part of APK’s diversified farming system. Alongside coffee, it helps optimise productive land use, strengthen food security, create rural employment and support more resilient agricultural systems in the Kilimanjaro Region.
APK grows improved maize seed as part of its food-crop operations, applying regenerative practices and contributing to stronger local production capacity.
Since 2014, APK’s maize production has helped support school nutrition across rural Kilimanjaro. Through Maize for Education, maize produced by APK contributes to securing food supplies for 11,900+ children in 50 rural schools, supporting nutrition, health and learning in coffee-growing communities.
