The report notes that some investors are acquiring large tracts of agricultural land in satellite towns and emerging growth corridors Knight Frank chief executive officer Mark Dunford.FILE KENYA'S dollar millionaires are increasingly keen on channelling their investments into agriculture and food production this year, according to new findings by Knight Frank.
The segment is emerging as an attractive investment option for Kenya's wealthy individuals seeking to diversify their portfolios. The findings show that farmland is ranking among the most sought-after investment sectors in 2026. The growing interest in agricultural land reflects a shift in investment priorities among high-net-worth individuals (HNWIs), who are increasingly looking beyond traditional property holdings to assets that can preserve wealth, generate returns and offer long-term value.
Knight Frank's 2026 Wealth and Investment Trends report shows that farmland attracted 29 per cent of responses when wealth managers were asked to identify sectors their clients were considering for investment this year, placing it among the leading investment choices.
“The survey reveals an overwhelming consensus among respondents that food production remains the primary motivation driving farmland investment decisions among HNWIs,” said Knight Frank chief executive officer Mark Dunford in the report. The findings point to growing recognition of agriculture not only as a source of commercial returns but also as an investment linked to food security, rising demand for agricultural commodities and the country's need to strengthen domestic food production.
With Kenya's population continuing to grow, Knight Frank says demand for agricultural commodities is strengthening the investment case for farmland, which is increasingly being viewed as a strategic asset capable of addressing pressures on food supply. Beyond its productive value, agricultural land is also attracting wealthy investors because of its potential to preserve wealth during periods of economic uncertainty.
Unlike some financial assets, farmland offers tangible value and limited supply, making it attractive to investors seeking to protect their wealth against inflation while benefiting from long-term appreciation in land prices.