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Garlic (Kitunguu saumu) farming in Kenya and all you need to know
Garlic farming in Kenya requires well tilled, well drained soil. Unlike most vegetables, garlic (Kitunguu saumu) is generally planted in the late fall. It is usually reserved for traditional vegetable…
REASONS why clever farmers will be smiling all the way to the bank after El Nino
While the impending El Nino rains may be not be well received by most, owing to the floods that have been associated with it in the past, farmers can take…
Watermelon Farming in Kenya and all you need to know
Watermelon farming in Kenya is what is behind the fruit known for being juicy and sweet. Known to reduce stress by researchers watermelons have benefits like reducing fatigue.ย Potassium, Vitamin…
Is โhydroponic fodder’ production making any sense to Kenyan’s? REASONS TO BE CAUTIOUS
There are some things that are attractive at first look, but fall apart upon analysis.ย Maybe like that fancy car you bought which needed major work 3 weeks after you…
Things you should know to SUCCEED in Dairy Farming in Kenya
Dairy farming has grown tremendously in the last couple of years. From being a hobby activity, dairy farming in Kenya has been transformed into a full blown business venture. There…
All you need to know to succeed in Mushroom farming business
Mushroom production in Kenya is still in its infancy stage although it is picking up as consumption rises. Two types of mushrooms are grown in the country; button and oyster.…
FARMERS in Kenya advised to prepare for El Nino floods
With predictions for the 2015-2016 El Nino, Baringo County Government, World Animal Protection, the University of Nairobi and the Directorate of Veterinary services is advising farmers in flood prone areas…
Why Kisumu farmers are ditching traditional crops like maize to plant soybeans and sunflower
Increased demand for edible oil amid failure of traditional crops like maize is pushing Kenyan farmers to plant soybeans and sunflower. Majority of farmers, most who used to grow sugarcane,…
Gramps Morgan of Morgan Heritage Farming empire that left Chris Kirubi amazed
โLast week I met up with my friend Gramps Morgan, a great Jamaican artiste as well as a business man. Gramps, a successful artiste as well as member of the…
From 320/-, Egg prices (per tray) in Kenya hits 280/- and still no customers. FIND OUT WHY
The road from Nakuru town to Engashura, about 5km away, reminds one of some thoroughfares in Nairobi because it is smooth and well-tarmacked. I take a turn off the Nakuru-Nairobi…