PATRICK MWENJA MWIRIGI

I am Senior Research Scientist at the Kenya Forestry Research Institute based in Turkana County, specializing in natural resources management, particularly non-timber forest products and the establishment of Nature-based enterprises. My current focus involves leading impactful projects, including the rehabilitation of degraded lands using indigenous tree species, climate change mitigation through eco-enterprises like apiculture and pasture production, and extensive mapping of natural resources in Turkana, West Pokot, and Elgeyo Marakwet counties. Collaborating closely with the county government and development partners, I contribute to the formulation of policy frameworks aligned with community needs and development interventions. In addition to my research, I play a crucial role in technology dissemination through various channels such as local radios, field days, posters, journal papers, books, and manuals. My dedication has resulted in notable achievements, including enhanced ecosystem resilience and positive collaborations between research institutions, government bodies, and local communities. Looking ahead, my passion lies in advancing research-driven solutions for sustainable development, contributing to global efforts in natural resource conservation, and uplifting marginalized communities.

• Melia volkensii tree breeding, KEFRI, Dryland Eco-region, Development of Drought Tolerant Trees for Adaption to Climate Change, Kitui, Kibwezi, Embu, Tharaka Nithi, Taita Taveta, 2016-01-01, 2017-01-01
• Moringa oleifera project, Makueni, Production of germplasm through establishment and management of 10-acre moringa oleifera plantation, Kibwezi, 2016-01-01, 2017-01-01
• Project on climate change mitigation and livelihood enhancement, Turkana county, Formation of nature-based enterprises namely Apiculture, Aloe turkanensis value addition, Pasture establishment and marketing, Establishment of fruit trees, 2019-04-01, 2019-12-31
• Sustainable utilization of Gums and resins in Turkana County, Mapping of Gum Arabic Traders in Turkana, Training of 2000 gum Arabic collectors and traders, Formation of 30 Gum Arabic self-help groups, Formation of Gum Arabic co-operative in Turkana county, 2020-06-01, 9999-12-31
• Assistant Regional Director, Turkana Forestry research Institute, 2020-07-01, 2020-08-31, Spearheaded all research and administrative tasks in the sub-region
• Partnered with Trocaire, 2020-09-07, 2020-09-12, Conducted a stakeholders and community capacity building programme in Lokichar on bee keeping, Bee products processing, Gum Arabic quality assurance and value addition, and Aloe turkanensis propagation and value addition
• Lead the GIZ project, Kenya-Uganda Border, Kaekorakwan, Loima Turkana County, Apiculture, Fruit trees, and Pasture, 2022-01-01, 9999-12-31
• Spearheaded resource/boundary mapping, Integrated Management of Natural Resources for Resilience in Arid and Semi-Arid Lands (IMARA), Turkana, West Pokot, Elgeyo Marakwet, 2023-01-01, 9999-12-31

• Development of Turkana County Integrated development Plan, Turkana County, 2015-01-01, 2015-01-07
• Environmental impact assessment and audit, Egerton University, 2014-01-01, 2014-01-14
• Sustainable land use, Turkana County, 9999-12-31, 9999-12-31
• KEFRI Centre Research Advisory Committee Workshops, 9999-12-31, 9999-12-31

• Engaging in scientific debates
• Exercising
• Socializing and making new friends

• Patrick Mwirigi, Basil Kaudo and Cyrus Kibet “Tree Species Preference and Economic Analysis of Tree Nurseries in Dryland; A Case Study of KEFRI Turkana Nursery 2020-2022”
• Patrick Mwirigi, Jesse owino and Jackline Kemboi “The Potential of Nature-Based Enterprises in The Arid and Semi-Arid Lands of Kenya: Case Studies In Loima And Turkana West Sub-Counties, Turkana County’
• Basil Okoth, Patrick Mwenja, Dankan Esapit, Devius Ekai, and Jesse Owino “Effect of Potting Tube Size on Growth and Development of Ziziphus mauritiana Seedlings”
• Jesse Owino, Jackline Kemboi, Patrick Mwenja and Kennedy Ibuya “Ecological Assessment of Performance of Tree Species Used in Rehabilitating Degraded Areas of Turkana County, Kenya”
• Everyne Ejore, Patrick Mwenja Jesse Owino, Jackline Kemboi, Patrick Mwenja, Roxventa Ongugo and Kennedy Ibuya “Ecological Assessment of Performance of Tree Species Used in Rehabilitating Degraded Areas of Turkana County, Kenya”

• Dr. Jesse Owino, Kenya Forestry Research Institute, Deputy Regional Director Riftvalley Eco-Region, +254723772172, owinojesse@gmail.com
• Dr. Bernard Kirui, Egerton University, Chairman department of natural resources, P.O Box 536, Nakuru, +254 722985542, kiruib@yahoo.com, bkkirui@egerton.ac.ke
• Dr. Edward Mengich, Kenya forestry Research Institute, Principal Scientist, Assistant Regional Director-Turkana Sub-Region, 0723795538, emengich3@hotmail.com

• ID Number: 27566708
• Passport Number: A2315251
• Date of Birth: 11/12/88
• Marital Status: Married
• Religion: Christian