Archives for Maize Farming
Kenya Maize Production Rises to 3.3 Million Tonnes as Cropland Expands
Kenya Maize Production rose to million tonnes by 2021 as cropland expanded by 126% over three decades, KNBS data shows. Kenya’s Maize Production Rises to Million Tonnes as Cropland Expands…
Drought-Hit Maize Farmers in Uasin Gishu and Trans Nzoia: What to Plant After a Failed Season as Government Plans 25 Million 90kg Bag Maize Import
Drought-hit maize farmers in Uasin Gishu and Trans Nzoia face a hard decision this October. Your long rains maize failed. The short rains have started. The government plans to bring…
Best Maize Varieties in Kenya by County: What to Plant for Short Rains, Long Rains, Dry Areas and High-Rainfall Regions
A county-by-county guide to the best maize varieties in Kenya, matched to altitude, rainfall, season length and short-rain or long-rain planting. Best Maize Varieties in Kenya by County Best Maize…
Maize Farming in Kenya 2026 The Complete Commercial Profit Guide for 40 Bags Per Acre
Maize Farming in Kenya: The 2026 Commercial Blueprint for High-Yield Agribusiness Maize farming in Kenya represents the single largest agricultural subsector in the country. Over million smallholder farmers depend on…
Domestic Maize Supply Strengthens in Kenya, But Reliance on Imports Continues
One of the countries in the East African region that I haven’t written about extensively, but that plays a crucial role in agricultural markets, is Kenya. The country is typically…
Maize Seed Prices in Kenya: Why Farmers Are Still Paying More Despite Government Directive
Kenyan farmers struggle with high maize seed prices despite a government directive to lower costs. Learn why prices remain unchanged and how this affects food security in 2025. Maize farmers…
How Delays in Commercializing Bt Maize Are Costing Kenya’s Economy Billions
Delays in commercializing Bt maize technology are not only costing Kenya millions in potential economic benefits, but also hindering the country's efforts to become self-sufficient in production of the grain,…
National Biosafety Authority Concludes Public Participation on Kenya’s GMO Maize
The submission of comments and views by Kenyans on the proposed introduction of genetically modified maize (Bt maize) into the market is set to close today. The National Biosafety Authority…
Addressing Kenya’s Acute Maize Seed Shortage: Strategic Interventions for Sustainable Seed Production and Food Security
"Explore strategic solutions to Kenya's acute maize seed shortage. Learn how climate-smart agriculture, local seed production, and irrigation technologies can ensure sustainable food security." "Kenya's maize seed crisis impacts farmers…
Baby Corn Farming: A Unique Rising Star in Kirinyaga County
A unique crop from the maize family is gaining popularity among small-scale farmers in Kirinyaga County. Known as baby corn, this crop is proving to be a viable alternative for…