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Why does soil pH matter?
Soil pH is an important factor that influences the growth and health of plants. Soil pH is a measure of the acidity or alkalinity of the soil, and it is…
Pumpkin Farming In Kenya, Growing And Profitability
Pumpkin farming is a viable agricultural enterprise in Kenya, as pumpkins are in high demand both locally and internationally. Pumpkin is becoming an important fruit-vegetable, although its potential remains unexploited…
Profitability of hass avocado and pricing in Kenya
Hass avocado is the most profitable avocado variety. This is the variety that is currently generating a lot of buzzes. It is delicious, and creamy with a great fat content…
Potato Farming In Kenya, Business Plan
Potato farming in Kenya is grown by about 800,000 smallholder farmers, supports million jobs throughout the supply chain and adds more than billion to the Kenyan economy. As a result,…
Pepper Farming In Kenya, The Hot Profitable Sector
Pepper popularly known as Pilipili kali in Kenya is a vegetable crop. It belongs to the Solanaceae family. The Solanaceae family includes plants such as tomatoes, Irish potatoes, and egg…
Common Pomegranate Diseases
Pomegranate Diseases: Pomegranate is a popular fruit crop, but it is susceptible to several diseases that can affect its growth and yield. Here are some of the common diseases that…
Njahi (Dolichos) Farming In Kenya, An Underutilized Crop With Immense Potential
Dolichos is a type of legume that is commonly grown in Kenya for its edible beans and leaves. Dolichos farming is popular in many parts of the country, particularly in…
Grafting Apple With Loquart, Is It Viable?
It is technically possible to graft an apple tree onto a loquat rootstock, but it is not recommended. Grafting is a horticultural technique that involves joining two different plants together…
Lemon Farming In Kenya, The Silent Profitable Industry
Lemon is one of the important category of citrus fruits in Kenya. It is mainly known for its pulp and juice throughout the world. Different citrus fruits are used throughout…
Mushroom Farming In Kenya, The Math’s And Profitability
Not many Kenyans today are aware of how profitable mushroom farming can be. It’s a significant investment that just a few of Kenya’s well-informed farmers are making. The demand for…