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How hunger can be avoided during dry seasons in Kenya โ EAGC
According to East African Grain Council (EAGC) Chief Executive Officer, Gerald Masila, poor markets systems have seen some parts of the country especially high production areas struggle with food surplus…
READ ON: The Benefits of Rearing Kuroiler Chicken in Kenya
The Kuroiler chicken were first introduced into East Africa through Uganda and then from Uganda into Kenya. It is an Indian breed that is well known for its good quality…
Major Challenges facing Agricultural sector in Kenya
Agriculture is the major contributor of the Kenyan economy. It is the leading economic sector, accounting for 25% of the gross domestic product (GDP). The sector also accounts for 65…
Causes, treatment and prevention of Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD) in cattle
Foot-and-mouth disease (FMD) is a severe, highly contagious viral disease of cattle and swine. It also affects sheep, goats, and other cloven-hooved ruminants. FMD is not recognised as a zoonotic…
A – Z on formulating your own floating fish feeds
Commercial fish farming is the prosperous business in Kenya attributing to its numerous aquatic resources such as highly varied climatic and geographic regions, covering a part of Indian Ocean coastline,…
Step by step guide to silage making for more milk during dry season
Silage Making: Many parts of Kenya are currently undergoing severe drought and many dairy farmers are experiencing significant decreases in milk production due to the resultant drop in forage production.…
How to make your own poultry feed at home to cut costs
Except for a few feed manufacturers who keep to the standards in poultry feed formulations, many feed companies in the country make very poor quality feeds, a situation which has…
Why hens eat eggs, prevention and cure
Egg eating in the coop can be a huge problem once it takes hold. Itโs a behavior that needs to be stopped quickly as other hens may decide to join…
Dhania (Coriander) farming, from seedling to harvesting
Description:ย No African cuisine is complete without the usage of Dhania. The aroma of the leaves and the seeds is simply irresistible.ย Coriander grows with almost zero maintenance. From seed to…
About the drought tolerant loquat fruit farming in Kenya
You have recentlyย been seeing them on the streets and markets in Nairobi and other parts of the country, their season is here, but do you know how they are farmed?…