Does agriculture have a role to play in economic growth and poverty reduction? This paper considers the role of agriculture in Kenya. A brief discussion of the role of agriculture in economic growth and poverty reduction is provided and the performance of Kenya's agricultural sector is discussed, focusing on both the policy and structural constraints that have impacted on agricultural performance. The author concludes that the agricultural sector has not received the attention and recognition it deserves in relation to the importance of its role in economic growth and poverty reduction.