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West Pokot Maize Farmers Receive Seeds Donations As Planting Season Kicks Off
Small scale maize farmers in parts of West Pokot County have appealed to the county government to consider increasing maize seed donations owing to the increased number of households in…
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…
Good News To Cashew Nut Farmers As Govt Set To Revive Kenya Cashew Nut Factory In Kilifi
Plans to revive the cashew nut industry have gained steam after the government agreed to buy the once vibrant Kenya Cashew Nut Factory in Kilifi. The factory collapsed in the…
The Current State of Coffee Farming in Kenya 2024
Kenyan coffee is renowned globally for its bright and complex flavors. Itโs a crucial component of the countryโs economy, being the third-largest agricultural export and providing employment for over 600,000…
Kenyan Coffee Experiencing Huge Export Boom as Demand Rises
Kenyan coffee exports nearly doubled to 2,685 tonnes in January on demand for the larger quantities of quality crops from the main October-December production season in Kenya. The performance marks…
Kenya Opens Worldโs First Higher Education Institution Dedicated to Tea
The President of Kenya, His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto, has officially inaugurated the Lipton Tea Innovation & Technology Academy with its mission to make Kenya the world center of…
A Guide to Garden Pea Farming in Kenya
Garden Pea (Pisum sativum) is one of the most important vegetable crops in Kenya. They are grown mainly by small-scale farmers. In addition, it is a major serves as a…
Edible Oil Crop Farming in Ugenya: Success Story of Mr David Ochiengโ
Mr David Ochiengโ, a seasoned middle-aged farmer, from Aboke village of Ugenya sub county in Siaya, says he is not just a farmer but a believer in change, adapting to…
How Mulching Enhances Sustainable Macadamia Farming in Kenya
Macadamia farming in Kenya has experienced remarkable growth and success in recent years, emerging as a lucrative agricultural venture for farmers across the country. Known for their rich flavor and…
How Heavy Rains in Tanzania are Impacting Kenya’s Onion Supply Chain
In recent months, Kenya has found itself grappling with an unprecedented onion crisis occasioned by a biting shortage locally and exacerbated by heavy rains in Tanzania, the country's primary supplier.…