Archives for Dairy Farming
Milk Shortage in Kenya Deepens as Drought and Foot and Mouth Disease Cut Dairy Production
The milk shortage in Kenya is raising concerns as drought, feed shortages and foot and mouth disease reduce dairy production, push up costs and threaten milk supplies. Milk Shortage in…
Why Dairy Farming in Kenya Can Increase Milk Production Through Better Feeding Before Introducing New Dairy Species
Dairy farming in Kenya could produce more milk through balanced rations, better fodder and improved cow management before farmers invest in new dairy species. Dairy Farming in Kenya Can Increase…
Dairy Cow Health During El Niño in Kenya 2026: Complete Guide to Preventing Foot Rot, Mastitis, Milk Drop and Improving Zero-Grazing Units
Learn how to improve dairy cow health during El Niño in Kenya with expert advice on preventing foot rot, mastitis, milk drop, and upgrading zero-grazing units. Discover practical drainage solutions,…
Quality-Based Milk Payment System in Kenya Will Reward Farmers for Cleaner and Safer Milk
The quality-based milk payment system in Kenya will pay farmers more for milk with higher butterfat and protein content. Farmers who improve hygiene and feeding will earn higher returns. Dairy…
Smallholder Dairy Systems Transformation in Kenya Gets Boost from KALRO and Teagasc Partnership
Smallholder dairy systems transformation in Kenya is underway through a KALRO, Teagasc, and Greenfield partnership. Improved forages are doubling milk yields for farmers. In Kenya, more than million smallholder farmers…
Women Dairy Farmers Credit Access in Kenya Blocked by Collateral Limits, Report Finds
Women dairy farmers credit access in Kenya is blocked by collateral limits. The Kenya National Women in Dairy Report 2026 shows 65% of women cite lack of collateral as the…
Zero Grazing House Designs in Kenya: 10-20 Cow Modern Plans with 2026 Costs
The Ultimate Guide to Zero Grazing House Designs in Kenya: 10-20 Cow Modern Plans Section 1: The Evolution of Zero Grazing House Designs in Kenya Why Free-Range Grazing is Obsolete…
Kenya Is Now Leading Milk Producer in Africa After Overtaking Egypt with 5.4 Billion Litres
Kenya is now the leading milk producer in Africa after overtaking Egypt. Milk output rose from billion litres to billion litres, driven by better breeding and more cattle. Photo Credit:…
Women Dairy Farmers in Africa Shine on World Milk Day 2026 as Five Trailblazers Shape the Sector
Women dairy farmers Africa are celebrated on World Milk Day 2026. From Mauritania to Kenya, five farmers are transforming the dairy value chain and empowering their communities. World Milk Day…
Kenya Milk Production Record 2025 Hits 5.5 Million Tons as Dairy Sector Growth Continues
Kenya's dairy sector reached a new production high in 2025. The country produced million tons of fresh milk during the year, according to data from the Kenya National Bureau of…