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Empowering Embu County’s Small-Scale Maize Farmers: The Game-Changing Partnership Between Family Bank and Safaricom
Over 1,000 small-scale maize farmers in Embu County are on the brink of a transformation in their agricultural practices, thanks to an exciting collaboration between Family Bank and DigiFarm. Through…
Emerging Threat: The Spread of Tapeworm in Kenya as Meat Consumption Fuels Parasite Expansion
Echinococcus granulosus, a type of tapeworm, is a harmful parasite that affects 1 million people worldwide. The parasite can grow slowly in people for years to form thick-walled cysts in vital organs,…
Farmers In Trans Nzoia Turn To Dairy Farming With Guaranteed Payment
Guaranteed payment for milk delivered to processors in Trans Nzoia has seen more farmers venture into the dairy enterprise as a source of regular family income. The farmers, who were…
Small-scale farmers in Kenya embracing irrigation technologies
Small-scale farmers in Kenya are increasingly transitioning away from rain-fed farming, which is susceptible to drought, and are instead embracing irrigation technologies to enhance yields and revenue, an industry trend…
Decline of pollinators pose a serious threat to Coffee, Watermelon and Mangoes
The production of coffee, cocoa, watermelon and mango may be at risk due to the loss of insect pollinators, a new study shows. The study showed a concerning trend of…
An Ultimate Guide to Vertical Farming Crops
Vertical farming involves growing crops in vertically stacked layers in trays consisting of nutrient media. It is a modern agricultural technique that does not use soil or land for growing…
Methods of Overcoming Dormancy on Fruit Trees
Overcoming dormancy in fruit trees is essential for ensuring a successful growing season and a bountiful harvest. Dormancy is a natural protective mechanism that prevents fruit trees from budding and…
Kenyan Agriculture: Crop Diversity and Sustainability
Nestled in East Africa, Kenya's unique topography, shaped by coastal plains, the Great Rift Valley, and majestic highlands, paints a landscape that is as diverse as its agricultural endeavors. With…
Kenya horticulture earnings grow by Sh18bn
Horticultural firms have had a good run this year, mainly due to the weak shilling after their exports earned 34 percent more even though volumes dropped by 92 percent. Within…
Different Concentrate Mixtures For Smallholder Dairy Farmers
Smallholder dairy farmers often require concentrate mixtures to supplement the diets of their dairy cattle. These concentrate mixtures are essential for providing additional nutrients and energy that may be lacking…