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Good News To Sugarcane Farmers In Kenya As Govt Set To Clear Arrears
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mithika Linturi has asked parliamentarians to issue a certificate for a debt write-off for state-owned sugar companies currently in a cash crunch. Speaking before the National Assembly…
The Rise of Agrovets in Kenya: Innovations Transforming Agriculture
Agriculture has been the backbone of the Kenyan economy for many years, providing livelihoods for millions of people. As the country grapples with the challenges of food security and sustainable…
Kenya Declares November 13 Public Holiday for Tree Planting; Farmers Trend to offer 50% Discount
In a bid to combat the devastating effects of climate change, the Kenyan government has taken a bold step by declaring next Monday, November 13, 2023, as a public holiday…
Kenya Farm to Host First On Site Hydrogen to Fertilizer Plant in the World, Iowa to Follow
The worldโs first commercial modular green ammonia plant is starting up in Kenya and the company behind the technology to make fertilizer plans to deploy the facilities as far afield…
Occurrence and management of two emerging soil-dwelling pests ravaging cabbage and onions in Kenya
Cabbage and Onion production in sub-Saharan Africa face numerous pest constraints that needs to be overcome to feed the rapidly growing population. This study aimed to establish the occurrence, incidence,…
Farmers in Makueni County resorting to climate smart agriculture
As the devastating impact of climate change is all too apparent, farmers in Makindu, Makueni County, Kenya, are resorting to climate smart agriculture to put enough food on their table…
Report Reveals Small-Scale Coffee Farming Realities in Kenya
Majority of smallholder coffee farmers in Kenya have little knowledge of the contents of milling and marketing contracts among other issues along the value chain, according to a new study.…
Growing Herbs For Export In Kenya: Success Story Of Grace Muchai In Isinya
The cosmopolitan Isinya township on the outskirts of Kajiado town makes it ideal for farming and agribusiness. We drive eight kilometres to Kisaju, on the sparsely populated Isinya-Pipeline road, then…
Apple Mango Variety In Kenya: Exploring It’s Rich Diversity
The Apple mango variety is the most popular and widely grown mango variety in Kenya. It is known for its sweet, juicy flesh and its smooth, thin skin. Apple mangoes…
Unlocking agricultural potential: Farmers urged to embrace technology for increased yields
Farmers in Africa have been urged to embrace technology to increase yields and build resilience in crop cultivation and animal husbandry. Lucy Komen, the acting chief executive and Registrar of…