Archives for Cotton Farming
Cotton Farming in Kenya: 2026 Profit Guide to Earn KES 180,000 Per Acre
Cotton Farming in Kenya: Your 2026 Profit Guide to Earn KES 180,000 Per Acre Cotton farming in Kenya is experiencing a revival. Farmers in Lamu sold million kilograms of cotton…
Bt Cotton Improves Yields but High Seed Prices Threaten Sustainability of Bt Cotton Farming in Kenya
Bt cotton offers promise for reviving Kenyaโs cotton industry, yet affordability challenges and dependence on imported seeds hinder smallholder farmers. Kamau, a worker at a ginnery in Lamu, demonstrates the…
From Struggle to Success: Cotton Farmers in Machakos See Better Returns Amid Price Increase
"Cotton farmers in Machakos County celebrate a price increase from local textile industries, bringing hope and better returns to the semi-arid region." "Discover how cotton farmers in Machakos are benefiting…
A Mini Ginnery to Revive the Future of Cotton Industry in Kenya
Kirinyaga University may have just breathed new life into Kenyaโs ailing cotton industry as varsity dons develop a portable cotton ginnery. For an industry that has been struggling to survive,…
The Current State of Cotton Farming in Kenya
Cotton farming in Kenya boasts a complex history. Once a major source of income and foreign exchange, production plummeted in recent decades. However, a recent resurgence has sparked cautious optimism…
Cotton Farming In Kenya; A Comprehensive Farming Guide
Cotton farming in Kenya has a vast history that stretches back several decades. Despite facing various challenges over the years, the industry continues to hold immense promise for the country's…
Cotton farmers in Taita-Taveta County oppose poor pay
Cotton farmers in Taita-Taveta County have rejected the price offered by the government for their produce. The farmers from Taveta have vowed to replace the crop with others to avoid…