Browns Plantations in Kenya

Browns Plantations in Kenya Browns Plantations in Kenya: Home of premium Kenyan tea with 100+ years of heritage.

We empower 14,000+ workers, 13,000+ farmers & communities in Bomet, Kericho & Limuru. Proudly community-owned & sustainability-driven, brewing quality & growing futures. Browns East Africa Plantations PLC and Browns Plantations Kenya Limited are a legacy tea enterprise rooted in Kericho, Bomet, and Limuru since 1925. As one of Kenyaโ€™s largest tea producers and exporters, we manage 15% of national

output, run 12 FSSC22000-certified factories, and steward 20+ Rainforest Alliance estates. Backed by Browns & Company PLC (since 1875) and LOLC Group, we drive innovation, sustainability, and shared prosperity, with 15% locally owned. For more information about us, kindly visit https://www.brownsplantations.co.ke/.

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๐ŸŒฟ Industrial agriculture is a massive energy drain. Or is it? โšกWhen people think about large-scale farming, they often t...
03/06/2026

๐ŸŒฟ Industrial agriculture is a massive energy drain. Or is it? โšก

When people think about large-scale farming, they often think about emissions, pollution, and heavy energy consumption.

But what if agriculture could be powered by nature itself?

As we approach World Environment Day, we're proud to show that large-scale agriculture can be part of the climate solution.

At Browns Plantations in Kenya, approximately 60% of our electricity needs are generated through our own renewable energy systems; hydro and solar power.

The remaining 40% comes from Kenya's national grid, one of the most renewable-powered grids in the world.

That means much of the tea we grow, process, and deliver is powered by clean, renewable energy.

And we're aiming even higher.

๐ŸŽฏ Our ambition is clear: 100% reliance on company-owned renewable energy by 2030 and carbon neutrality by 2040.

Because protecting the environment isn't just about what we produce, it's about how we produce it.

Every ray of sunshine captured.
Every drop of water harnessed.
Every step toward cleaner energy.

Together, they help build a more sustainable future for our business, our communities, and our planet.

๐Ÿ’ฌ What do you think is the next big innovation that could make agriculture even greener?

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๐ŸŒฟ A promise made. A promise delivered. And a future strengthened!โœจToo often, corporate social responsibility is just abo...
02/06/2026

๐ŸŒฟ A promise made. A promise delivered. And a future strengthened!โœจ

Too often, corporate social responsibility is just about a single photo-op. But true impact isnโ€™t a one-time event, itโ€™s a long-term commitment to the communities we call home.

Back in July 2025, our CEO, Mr. Rajiv N. A. Bandaranayake, commissioned a modern library at Simboiyon Mixed Day Secondary School in Kericho County.

But a beautiful library needs more than just books; it needs a comfortable space where students can sit, focus, and learn with dignity. ๐Ÿ“š๐Ÿ“

On 29th May 2026, Browns East Africa Plantations PLC, part of the Browns Plantations in Kenya, returned to Simboiyon to complete that vision!

Mr. Bandaranayake personally presided over the handover ceremony of brand-new desks and chairs, fulfilling our heartfelt promise to this incredible school community.

"Use them with purpose, respect them, and let them support your journey toward your goals and ambitions." โ€” Mr. Rajiv N. A. Bandaranayake

This is so much more than just a donation. For years, the schoolโ€™s appeals went unmet. Today, this vital infrastructure is unlocking immediate, tangible change:

โœ”๏ธ Structured Library Lessons: School Principal, Madam Mary Ruto, shared that these resources will finally allow the school to introduce dedicated reading programs to boost academic performance!

โœ”๏ธ Character Building: As Assistant County Commissioner Wairimu Wanyahoro beautifully put it: "A library is a place where students learn not only how to read but also how to conduct themselves responsibly."

โœ”๏ธ Teacher Empowerment: Our incredible educators are the true stewards of this transformation. We trust them completely to guide these students toward a brighter tomorrow.

When we invest in education, we arenโ€™t just donating furniture. We are investing in Kenya's next generation of leaders, thinkers, and innovators.

From infrastructure to impact, Browns Plantations in Kenya remains dedicated to transforming communities, one classroom at a time.

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๐ŸŒฟ Honouring our past. Shaping our tomorrow. United in purpose. ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ชToday marks a historic milestone of self-governance for...
01/06/2026

๐ŸŒฟ Honouring our past. Shaping our tomorrow. United in purpose. ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช

Today marks a historic milestone of self-governance for our beautiful nation, Kenya ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช!

As we celebrate Madaraka Day, we honour the resilient spirit, courage, and unity of the Kenyan people.

For us at Browns Plantations in Kenya, this day is a reminder of our deep commitment to the communities we serve across Kericho and Bomet counties.

From investing in local education infrastructure to building a sustainable future together, we believe that progress is something we create hand-in-hand.

Let's keep building the Kenya we believe in, together!

Wishing all our incredible team members, community partners, and friends a joyful and meaningful Madaraka Day!

๐Ÿ‘‡ Drop a ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ช or leave a comment below to wish your fellow Kenyans a Happy Madaraka Day!

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๐ŸŒฟ WE ARE HIRING! | MULTIPLE POSITIONS ๐ŸšจExciting career opportunities have arisen within the Tea Estate Division at ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ป...
29/05/2026

๐ŸŒฟ WE ARE HIRING! | MULTIPLE POSITIONS ๐Ÿšจ

Exciting career opportunities have arisen within the Tea Estate Division at ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—ฃ๐—น๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—ž๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜†๐—ฎ ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ถ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฑ, part of the Browns Plantations in Kenya.

If you are ready to grow your career with a leading tea producer and exporter, we want to hear from you!

We are looking for qualified professionals to fill these key roles:

โš™๏ธ Factory Machine Operators: Diploma in Food Science / Mechanical Engineering

โšก Factory Electrician: Diploma in Electrical Engineering + EPRA Licence Class C1

Female candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Deadline: 12 June 2026

Please refer to the attached job posters for full job descriptions, specific duties, and key requirements.

HOW TO APPLY

Click the application links and submission details pinned in the FIRST COMMENT below!

๐Ÿ‘ฅ Know someone looking for a great career move? Tag them in the comments or share this post to your network!

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๐ŸŒฟ 1,875 Years of Service.Why Do People Stay at One Company for a Lifetime? ๐Ÿค”Think about this for a momentโ€ฆIn a modern co...
28/05/2026

๐ŸŒฟ 1,875 Years of Service.
Why Do People Stay at One Company for a Lifetime? ๐Ÿค”

Think about this for a momentโ€ฆ

In a modern corporate world defined by rapid job-hopping, ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—ฃ๐—น๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—ž๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜†๐—ฎ ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ถ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฑ, part of the Browns Plantations in Kenya, is experiencing something entirely different. Across our dedicated workforce of over 4,500 employees, our annual turnover rate stands at a staggering less than 2%!

We recently gathered to exactly why that is.

We had the absolute honour of 75 exceptional colleagues who have served our organization for 25 years continuously!

๐Ÿ†This incredible group, comprising 55 unionisable team members and 20 management staff, represents nearly two millennia of institutional knowledge, resilience, and passion for agricultural excellence.

But here is the most exciting part: The journey is far from over! The majority of those celebrating still have between 5 to 10 years left before retirement.

At Browns Plantations Kenya Limited, building a lifelong career is part of our DNA. We routinely celebrate colleagues retiring after 33 or 35 years of service, with our highest historic record standing at a remarkable 39 years of dedication achieved just last year!

How do you maintain a sub-2% turnover rate in a massive organization?

Because you don't just build a workplace. You build a family.

A community of growth, stability, shared purpose, and deep respect for the incredible people who handle our earth, our tea, and our logistics every single day.

To our 25-year veterans: You are the absolute backbone of Browns Plantations Kenya. Thank you for your commitment to our past, present, and future!

โœจ Celebrating Ongoing Excellence โœจ

Alongside our long-service heroes, we also presented Merit Awards to 156 individuals, estates, and departments who have gone above and beyond to drive innovation and sustainability across our operations.

To every single person and department recognized: Your hard work, professionalism, and consistency move us forward. We value your contribution every single day!

Less than 2% turnover rate is incredibly rare today.
What do you think is the #1 secret to keeping employees happy and loyal for decades?

Drop a comment below and letโ€™s celebrate our team! If you see someone you know in the photos, tag them to say !

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From our family at Browns Plantations in Kenya to yours, Eid-ul-Adha Mubarak! ๐ŸŒ™โœจOn this deeply blessed occasion, we want...
27/05/2026

From our family at Browns Plantations in Kenya to yours, Eid-ul-Adha Mubarak! ๐ŸŒ™โœจ

On this deeply blessed occasion, we want to pause and extend our heartfelt gratitude to our amazing colleagues, customers, and partners.

You are the heart of everything we do and a truly vital part of our journey.

May this special day bring you:

Peace in your hearts and homes.
Joy in every celebration.
Prosperity in all your endeavours.
Beautiful moments cherished with your loved ones.

As we celebrate unity, sacrifice, and community, we thank you for growing with us.

Wishing you a wonderful and blessed holiday! ๐Ÿ•Œโœจ

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๐ŸŒ This is what happens when 30 diesel trucks go electric in Kenyaโ€™s tea fieldsโ€ฆ ๐Ÿ”‹โ€œI used to drive diesel trucksโ€ฆ now I d...
26/05/2026

๐ŸŒ This is what happens when 30 diesel trucks go electric in Kenyaโ€™s tea fieldsโ€ฆ ๐Ÿ”‹

โ€œI used to drive diesel trucksโ€ฆ now I drive silence.โ€

That is how one of our drivers described the shift after moving to an electric truck, and it stayed with us.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Watch the video to see these electric trucks in motion across the misty hills of Kericho.

Yesterday, ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—ฃ๐—น๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—ž๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜†๐—ฎ ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ถ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฑ, part of Browns Plantations in Kenya, launched 30 electric trucks into our tea logistics operations.

But this is not just about a launch.

It is about what is happening on the ground every single day.

โœ”๏ธEarly morning operations in Kerichoโ€™s mist-covered hills
โœ”๏ธDrivers learning and adapting to a completely new way of working
โœ”๏ธTea moving from field to factory with no diesel burned in transit within our operations

And behind it all is something bigger:

A logistics system being reimagined, powered by clean energy generated in-house through hydro and solar systems.

This is not a pilot.
This is not a concept.

This is a real transition happening now: on real roads, with real people, in real time. ๐Ÿƒ

And the most powerful shift is not the trucks.

It is the people driving them.

๐Ÿ’ฌ From your perspective, what will it take to scale electric logistics across Africaโ€™s agricultural value chains?

Weโ€™d love to hear your thoughts in the comments.

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๐ŸŒฟ A Quiet Revolution Is Underway in Kenyaโ€™s Tea FieldsThe global EV conversation is often focused on city commuter trans...
25/05/2026

๐ŸŒฟ A Quiet Revolution Is Underway in Kenyaโ€™s Tea Fields

The global EV conversation is often focused on city commuter transport.

Today, ๐—•๐—ฟ๐—ผ๐˜„๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—ฃ๐—น๐—ฎ๐—ป๐˜๐—ฎ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐˜€ ๐—ž๐—ฒ๐—ป๐˜†๐—ฎ ๐—Ÿ๐—ถ๐—บ๐—ถ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฑ, part of the Browns Plantations in Kenya is helping shift that conversation into large-scale industry and agriculture.

We have officially launched 30 electric trucks across our Kericho operations, with the first 15 already deployed in Phase One.

This marks one of the most significant electric mobility transitions within Kenyaโ€™s agricultural sector.

But this is much more than a fleet upgrade.

It is a practical demonstration of how industrial agriculture can operate more efficiently, more sustainably, and with lower emissions.

The Road to Decarbonisation
โœ”๏ธ 30 Electric Trucks launched in partnership with ElandX & NCBA Bank
โœ”๏ธ Approximately 60% of our electricity supplied through company-owned hydro and solar systems
โœ”๏ธ The remaining 40% drawn from Kenyaโ€™s predominantly renewable national grid
โœ”๏ธ Goal: 100% company-owned renewable electricity by 2030
โœ”๏ธ Goal: Carbon-neutral operations by 2040

But we are not starting from zero.

Our electric trucks now work alongside our existing low-carbon Aerial Ropeway Conveyance System, which already helps reduce diesel use across parts of our operations.

Together, these systems are helping us build a cleaner and more resilient logistics model for the future.

The transition to green industrial logistics is no longer a future ambition.

It is already happening in the highlands of Kenya.

Quietly. Electrically. And at scale.

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๐ŸŒฟProtecting Biodiversity Through Action: Acting locally for global impact ๐ŸŒDid you know fences and protected areas are n...
22/05/2026

๐ŸŒฟProtecting Biodiversity Through Action: Acting locally for global impact ๐ŸŒ

Did you know fences and protected areas are no longer enough to save our planet?

The real battle is happening inside working landscapes where agriculture, climate, and nature collide.

Today is the ๐ˆ๐ง๐ญ๐ž๐ซ๐ง๐š๐ญ๐ข๐จ๐ง๐š๐ฅ ๐ƒ๐š๐ฒ ๐Ÿ๐จ๐ซ ๐๐ข๐จ๐ฅ๐จ๐ ๐ข๐œ๐š๐ฅ ๐ƒ๐ข๐ฏ๐ž๐ซ๐ฌ๐ข๐ญ๐ฒ.

With only 4 years left to meet the 2030 Global Biodiversity Framework targets, one truth stands out:

If we fail locally, we fail globally. Our global survival depends entirely on the strength of local actions.

At Browns Plantations in Kenya, we fully recognize this truth. That is why we are not just growing tea, we are managing a thriving, living ecosystem.

Our Kericho estates serve as a vital ecological buffer zone:

โœ” Bird diversity (187โ€“220 species)
โœ” Mammals (25 species including elephants & monkeys)
โœ” Orchids as ecosystem indicators
โœ” 414+ plant species supported by intact water systems

This is what nature-positive agriculture looks like in practice.

But we are scaling beyond protection into restoration:
โœ… 60,000 hectares of Mau Forest restoration
โœ… 1,000,000+ trees planted
โœ… Renewable energy (hydro + solar) powering operations
โœ… 10% Natural Forest Cover as biodiversity islands

Agriculture is not the enemy of biodiversity. It is one of its biggest opportunities, if done differently.

Question for you:

What is one action organisations can take inside their own operations to support global biodiversity goals?

Letโ€™s compare action, not intentions.

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Happy International Tea Day! ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ชโ˜•๐ŸƒBehind every perfect cup of tea is a deeply connected journey, from bush to cup.Today, ...
21/05/2026

Happy International Tea Day! ๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ชโ˜•๐Ÿƒ

Behind every perfect cup of tea is a deeply connected journey, from bush to cup.

Today, we are celebrating the incredible people who make it all possible.

From our dedicated employees in the fields who carefully harvest the finest quality leaf, to our brilliant factory teams ensuring precision and excellence in every blend, to the families globally who welcome our warmth into their homes. ๐Ÿ’š

At Browns Plantations in Kenya, every leaf we nurture and every cup of our tea tells a story of care, community, and passion.

Our rich soils, perfect altitude, and meticulous craftsmanship produce truly exceptional teas: bold, bright, and full-bodied blends that are cherished across international markets.

But our story goes far beyond the leaf.

Over the years, we have been deeply rooted in driving sustainable agriculture, empowering local communities, supporting our small-scale tea farmers, and investing in a greener future for the Kenyan tea industry.

When you experience the premium quality of our product, you are tasting a legacy built on innovation, a strict commitment to human rights, fair wages, and shared prosperity.

Celebrate Kenya's finest with us today! Pop a comment below on how you take your tea. ๐Ÿ‘‡โ˜•

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