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Major reasons why farmers incur post-harvest losses growing vegetables
Fresh vegetables are extremely perishable and have relatively short shelf lives. Being able to maintain a level of freshness from the field to the dinner table presents many challenges. A…
Pig feed formulation
Pig Feed formulation is not easy especially for small-scale farmers due to lack of raw materials and the technical knowledge on how to prepare their own feeds. For farmers keeping…
Making Sh200,000 monthly from tomato farming in Nairobi- Success story of Laureen Aseka
AGE:ย 24 NO. OF EMPLOYEES: 4 YEARS IN BUSINESS: 4 EDUCATION: Degree in international relations and diplomacy AVERAGE MONTHLY INCOME: Between Sh100,000-Sh200,000 Laureen grows tomatoes, growing her crop with all…
Major Challenges facing Agricultural sector in Kenya
Agriculture is the major contributor of the Kenyan economy. It is the leading economic sector, accounting for 25% of the gross domestic product (GDP). The sector also accounts for 65…
Causes, treatment and prevention of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in cattle
Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a severe, highly contagious viral disease of cattle and swine. It also affects sheep, goats, and other cloven-hooved ruminants. FMD is not recognised as a zoonotic…
A complete guide on Grapes farming in Kenya
Grape is a woody vine that produces clusters of edible berries. They can be eaten raw or can be used to process wine and other products such as jam and…
Step by step guide to silage making for more milk during dry season
Silage Making: Many parts of Kenya are currently undergoing severe drought and many dairy farmers are experiencing significant decreases in milk production due to the resultant drop in forage production.…
How to make your own poultry feed at home to cut costs
Except for a few feed manufacturers who keep to the standards in poultry feed formulations, many feed companies in the country make very poor quality feeds, a situation which has…
Why hens eat eggs, prevention and cure
Egg eating in the coop can be a huge problem once it takes hold. Itโs a behavior that needs to be stopped quickly as other hens may decide to join…
Dhania (Coriander) farming, from seedling to harvesting
Description:ย No African cuisine is complete without the usage of Dhania. The aroma of the leaves and the seeds is simply irresistible.ย Coriander grows with almost zero maintenance. From seed to…