Archives for Fruits - Page 10
Common Pomegranate Diseases
Pomegranate Diseases: Pomegranate is a popular fruit crop, but it is susceptible to several diseases that can affect its growth and yield. Here are some of the common diseases that…
Grafting Apple With Loquart, Is It Viable?
It is technically possible to graft an apple tree onto a loquat rootstock, but it is not recommended. Grafting is a horticultural technique that involves joining two different plants together…
Lemon Farming In Kenya, The Silent Profitable Industry
Lemon is one of the important category of citrus fruits in Kenya. It is mainly known for its pulp and juice throughout the world. Different citrus fruits are used throughout…
Apricot Fruit Farming In Kenya, a viable profitable venture
Apricot is a fruit and belongs to the ‘Rosaceae’ family and genus ‘Prunus’. The apricot tree is small (between 26 and 39 feet tall), with a trunk up to 16…
Hass Avocado Yield Per Tree While Taking Advantage Of Rains
The demand for Hass avocado has been soaring locally and in the export markets. With the growing markets for Kenyan fruits in Asia and Europe, perfect growing conditions, and government…
Watermelon Farming In Kenya, Cost Analysis Per Acre
Watermelon farming is taking shape in Kenya as the fruit is being embraced by most Kenyans. In almost every town, you will find some fruit vendors with watermelons. Don’t ask…
11 Challenges Facing Pixie Farming In Kenya
Pixie is a very important fruit in Kenya's horticulture. Pixie and other citrus production contributes significantly to the rural economy, reducing poverty rates through creation of rural employment. Most of…
Mango Farming In Kenya, The Best Varieties For Your Region
Mango is an important cash crop in Kenya. It is produced for both local and export markets. Kenya exports mature mango fruits to the EU and the middle East countries…
Pears Farming In Kenya; Complete Farming Guide
Important fruit crop of temperate region. It belongs to the family Rosaceae. It can be grown at 1,700-2,400m above mean sea-level. Pear fruit is rich source of Protein and Vitamins.…
Plums Farming In Kenya; A Rare Profitable Seasonal Fruit
Plums are a rare seasonal fruit common from around December to early March in Kenya. In terms of value addition, plums have unending possibilities. From being served as a snack…