Rabbit Meat Price in Kenya 2026

Current Rates, Price Per Kg, and Where to Buy

Rabbit Choice Farms Ltd  |  Nairobi, Kenya

One of the questions we hear most often at Rabbit Choice Farms from home cooks, restaurant buyers, and aspiring farmers alike is simple: how much does rabbit meat cost in Kenya?

It’s a fair question, and the answer matters for different reasons depending on who’s asking. Consumers want to know whether rabbit fits their budget and how it stacks up against chicken or beef. Farmers want to know what they can expect to earn selling mature rabbits. Restaurateurs and bulk buyers want a wholesale benchmark before adding rabbit to the menu.

This guide gives you current, transparent pricing by the kilogram, by the cut, and per whole dressed rabbit for 2026. We also break down what actually drives price differences across markets and channels, and how to order rabbit meat delivered fresh anywhere in Nairobi.

Rabbit Meat Price in Kenya (2026)

Retail price per kg buying directly from a supplier

These are Rabbit Choice Farms’ current retail rates for direct consumer orders (minimum order: 5 kg). Restaurant and bulk pricing is available on request call or WhatsApp +254 715 626 955.

Farm-gate price (farmers selling live rabbits)

Farmers selling mature, market-ready rabbits to processors and buyers can expect KSh 300–350 per kg of live weight, depending on the animal’s condition, the buyer, and the volume sold. Rabbit Choice Farms purchases directly from our registered farmer network at competitive, transparent prices, with same-day payment.

How Does Rabbit Meat Compare to Chicken and Beef?

Many Kenyans are surprised to learn that rabbit is competitively priced against other quality proteins especially once you factor in what you’re actually getting nutritionally.

Rabbit now sits at the top end of the goat/stewing-beef band and just under quality beef cuts. But the nutrition story tips the scale: rabbit is higher in protein, lower in fat, and lower in cholesterol than beef. You’re paying beef-level prices for a meaningfully healthier meat.

What Affects the Price of Rabbit Meat in Kenya?

Prices vary across sellers and markets for six main reasons:

1. Breed and feed quality

Rabbits raised on quality commercial pellets and hay develop leaner, more tender meat than those fed on kitchen scraps or low-grade feed. All Rabbit Choice Farms meat comes from carefully selected New Zealand White and Californian hybrid crosses, raised to strict feed and hygiene standards and that quality is reflected in the price.

2. Processing and hygiene standards

How a rabbit is slaughtered, cleaned, and stored has a direct impact on safety and shelf life. We process every rabbit under strict hygiene protocols, so the meat you receive is clean, safe, and fresh a genuine differentiator from unregulated roadside sales, where quality is hard to verify.

3. Cut and packaging

Whole rabbit is the most economical option per kilogram. Boneless fillets cost more because they require additional processing time and yield less finished meat per rabbit after bone removal but offer more convenience. Mince is priced efficiently because it makes full use of trimmings.

4. Volume purchased

Like most meats, rabbit gets cheaper per kg at higher volumes. Restaurants and wholesale buyers ordering 20 kg or more per week qualify for preferential pricing call +254 715 626 955 for wholesale prices.

5. Delivery versus collection

Within Nairobi, we use motorbikes like Uber and Bolt for quick convenience. .

6. Market channel

Rabbit sold through supermarkets or middlemen often carries a markup that direct-from-farm buying avoids. Ordering directly from Rabbit Choice Farms means paying the producer price no intermediary margin which is better value for you and a fairer return for our farmers.

Where to Buy Rabbit Meat in Kenya

Rabbit Choice Farms Nairobi, with delivery across the city

We are Kenya’s leading rabbit meat supplier, sourcing from our network of partner farmers and supplying fresh rabbit meat to households, restaurants, hotels, and supermarkets.

What we offer:

• Fresh whole rabbit, rabbit legs, boneless fillet, and rabbit mince
• Minimum order: 1 kg
• Delivery across Nairobi
• Consistent, reliable supply we don’t run out
• Hygienically processed and traceable from farm to fork
• Wholesale pricing for restaurants and bulk buyers

How to order Rabbit meat online:

• Call or WhatsApp: +254 715 626 955 or +254 762 688 055
• Email: info@choicefarms.co.ke
• Order online through our shop
• Visit us: Ruaraka Mall, First Floor, Thika Road (opposite Safari Park Hotel)

Supermarkets (limited availability)

A handful of Nairobi supermarkets including some Carrefour and Naivas branches stock rabbit meat, usually frozen whole rabbit only, with availability varying by store. Expect a premium over direct farm pricing.

Nairobi open markets

Some wet markets stock rabbit meat, but quality and hygiene standards vary widely, and it’s difficult to verify breed, feed history, or processing conditions. For consistent quality and food safety, buying from a certified, traceable supplier like Rabbit Choice Farms remains the most reliable option.

Is Rabbit Meat Price Likely to Change?

Rabbit meat prices in Kenya have stayed relatively stable in recent years, with demand in Nairobi running slightly ahead of supply. As more farmers enter the sector and production scales up, farm-gate prices may ease slightly. Retail consumer prices, however, are unlikely to drop significantly the market is still maturing, and the cost of quality production sets a natural floor.

For farmers, that stability is good news: it means production economics can be planned with reasonable confidence at current price levels.

Are You a Farmer Looking for a Market for Your Rabbits?

If you raise quality hybrid rabbits and need a reliable buyer, Rabbit Choice Farms purchases directly from farmers in our network. We collect from your farm, require a minimum of 30 rabbits within Nairobi (50 outside Nairobi), and pay on the same day.

To register as a supplier or learn about our contract farming program which includes breeding stock, training, and a guaranteed buy-back arrangement call +254 715 626 955.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much is rabbit meat per kg in Kenya?

Rabbit meat retails at approximately KSh 900/kg for whole rabbit and legs at Rabbit Choice Farms. Boneless fillet is KSh 1,260/kg and mince is KSh 1,300/kg. Wholesale prices for restaurants are available on request.

How much is a whole rabbit in Kenya?

A small whole dressed rabbit (1.0–1.2 kg) costs KSh 900–1,080. A large whole dressed rabbit (1.6–2.0 kg) costs KSh 1,440–1,800 at current retail prices.

Where can I buy rabbit meat in Nairobi?

Rabbit Choice Farms delivers fresh rabbit meat across Nairobi. Order via WhatsApp on +254 715 626 955 or through our online shop. Minimum order is 5 kg.

How much do farmers get for rabbits in Kenya?

Farmers selling mature rabbits to processors typically receive KSh 300– 350 per kg of live weight. Farmers in the Rabbit Choice Farms network sell at competitive prices with same-day payment and free farm collection.

Is rabbit meat more expensive than chicken in Kenya?

Whole rabbit costs around KSh 1,080/kg, compared to KSh 1,150/kg for whole kienyeji chicken. However, rabbit is nutritionally superior higher in protein, lower in fat and cholesterol which justifies the price gap for health-conscious buyers. It’s similarly priced to quality beef and goat.

Can I buy rabbit meat online in Kenya?

Yes. Order through the Rabbit Choice Farms online shop for delivery across Nairobi, or place an order via WhatsApp on +254 715 626 955.

Rabbit Choice Farms Ltd is Kenya’s leading rabbit meat supplier fresh, hygienic, farm-to-fork rabbit meat delivered across Nairobi. Order now or call +254 715 626 955.