KMFRI Innovation Portfolio
KMFRI's research has generated a significant portfolio of innovative technologies, processes, and products in aquaculture, fisheries, and marine sciences. These innovations are protected through patents and technology disclosures registered with Kenya's Intellectual Property Institute (KIPI).
Through technology transfer partnerships with industry, farmer groups, and entrepreneurs, KMFRI translates its innovations into practical solutions that improve productivity, sustainability, and livelihoods in the blue economy sector.
Innovation Areas
Key technological areas where KMFRI holds patents and registered innovations
- Improved fish rearing systems and pond designs
- Water quality monitoring and management devices
- Hatchery protocols for indigenous species
- Integrated aquaculture-agriculture systems
- Low-cost locally-sourced feed formulations
- Alternative protein ingredients from biomass
- Species-specific nutritional optimisation
- Extrusion and pelletising technologies
- Selective fishing gear modifications
- Bycatch reduction devices and turtle excluders
- Improved fish aggregating devices (FADs)
- Post-harvest handling and storage equipment
- Fish preservation and smoking technologies
- Value-added seafood products and packaging
- Small-scale processing equipment designs
- Quality control and food safety protocols
- Seaweed-based food and industrial products
- Bioactive compounds from marine organisms
- Marine biofertilisers and soil conditioners
- Cosmetic and pharmaceutical applications
Technology Transfer Partners
KMFRI works with diverse partners to bring innovations to market
Private Sector
Manufacturing and agri-business companies licensing KMFRI technologies for commercial production
Entrepreneurs
Start-ups and SMEs adopting and scaling KMFRI innovations in aquaculture and fish processing
Farmer Groups
Fish farmer cooperatives and associations applying KMFRI feed and management technologies
Research Institutions
Universities and regional partners collaborating on further innovation development and validation