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About the drought tolerant loquat fruit farming in Kenya
You have recently been seeing them on the streets and markets in Nairobi and other parts of the country, their season is here, but do you know how they are farmed?…
How to construct a simple greenhouse all by yourself
A greenhouse on a farm is a great way to get a head start of the growing season. This is particularly helpful if you live in such a climate area…
Why we should do more to encourage agriculture education right from primary school and make it a ‘marketable subject’ in secondary school.
From childhood, my dream was to pursue a degree in agriculture. A valid dream considering how prioritised the production of crops such coffee, tea, sugarcane, flowers and maize were. The…
A guide to make dairy feeds work for you
Every farmer struggles to contain the cost of feeding their animals, as long as they have to depend on commercial feeds. Although farmers and interest groups successfully lobbied the government…
Major reasons why most “Modern Dairy farms” fail to make profits
There has been huge interest in dairy farming as a business in last 5-8 years. Hundreds of dairy farms were opened with most modern design, equipment and best breed animals.…
A-Z on successful strawberry farming in Kenya
Many individuals are starting strawberry farming in Kenya. The traditional maize and wheat type of farming is being replaced by more profitable and efficient ways that are aimed at providing…
Complete guide on commercial Fish Farming as an agribusiness in Kenya
Commercial fish farming is not a new business idea. Nowadays, commercial fish farming has become a great income source and business idea for the individuals. Some of the fish farmers…
How a group of farmers is reaping big from French beans farming on the dry lands of Makueni
It last rained in Makueni County some seven months ago, and all the seasonal rivers are dry and water is scarce. In Songeni village in the heart of Mbooni East…
Mushroom farming huge prospects from veteran farmers
Mushroom farming has huge prospects, but more farmers are yet to take it up as a commercial venture due to various reasons. But there is tangible interest in mushroom farming…
How sustainable agriculture mechanization can increase productivity in Kenya
Agricultural mechanization helps in increasing production, productivity and profitability in agriculture by achieving timeliness in farm operations, bringing precision in metering and placement of inputs, reducing available input losses, increasing…