Abstract:
Agriculture underpins social economic development in Kenya. The rural economy of Kenya is driven by Agricultural
micro enterprises where the small holder farmer plays a key role. Horticulture is currently the most profitable of all the
Agriculture sub sectors in Kenya. The Government collaborates with development partners to develop this sub sector by
designing and implementing various initiatives. Small Holder Market Access Program [SHoMAP] is such a collaboration
between the Government of Kenya and International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD). This study investigated
the influence of infrastructure development on the utilization of markets in the Small Holder Market Access Program by
horticulture micro enterprises in Imenti South Sub County. The case studies were Nkubu and Miruriri SHoMAP markets
in Imenti South Sub County. Analysis of the findings showed that infrastructure development influences utilization of
markets in the Small Holder Market Access Program by horticulture micro enterprises. It was recommended that the
effects of this factor be addressed to ensure optimal utilization of SHoMAP markets and all other markets serving small
holder farmers’ value chains. Further studies were recommended to understand the effect of devolution in agriculture
project management.
