Dairy Farming In Kenya: The growth of the Kenyan dairy industry is private sector–led with participation of a large population of smallholder farmers and small traders linked in the value chain.

The expanding formal milk market is increasingly demanding high quality milk delivered at low transaction costs from these smallholders. Therefore, these smallholders will have to make strategic decisions to invest in external inputs given the fact that they operate on a small scale, their farm sizes are decreasing and produce insufficient feed resources, and the herds are one to three cows small with long calving intervals and low milk yields, about 5 to 7 litres a day.

Smallholder dairy farmers are under pressure to produce more milk with more efficient resource use and less impact on the environment, intensifying food production while ensuring the natural resource base on which agriculture depends is sustained, and indeed improved, for future generations.

In many parts of Kenya, small scale dairy farming is common. This can be attributed to increase in demand for milk due to increase in population in urban areas. Farmers sell milk through cooperatives, direct sale, brokers and processors.

On this article we highlight important topics every aspiring dairy farmer and those in the industry.

  1. The 8 Dark Side Of Being A Dairy Farmer

  2. Reasons for milk reduction on your lactating friesian cows

  3. Important Traits To Look For Before Buying Those Dairy Cows Advertised On Facebook

  4. How does one select the best bull to upgrade their cows to pedigree status?

  5. The secrets of producing high quality milk consistently

  6. Understanding Lactation And Feeding Strategies for High Producing Dairy Cows

  7. Why Purchasing That Malnourished Cow Might Not Be A Bad Idea

  8. A Bizarre Agricultural Technique Where Farmers Are Drilling Holes In The Stomach Of Cows

  9. Critical things you need to do in the first 24 hours after a calf is born

  10. A Complete Simple Guide On How To Buy A Good Bull Breed At An Auction

  11. A Super Dairy Breed That Adopts Well To Arid And Semi-Arid Lands Introduced In Kenya

  12. Precautions To Help You Unlock Success To Dairy Farming

  13. How You Can Make That Small Dairy Farm A Model Farm

  14. The Business of Dairy Farming – A Case for the Modern Dairy Farmer

  15. Causes and detection of abortion in cows

  16. How is dairy farming in Kenya? Here is a complete guide on dairy farming in Kenya

  17. Why twining occur in dairy cows, advantages and danger

  18. Changing retail environment a key factor to dairy industry growth

  19. Complete guide on Zero Grazing housing designs in Kenya

  20. Before purchasing a Dairy Cow, avoid brokers and consider this important points

  21. How to get the most from your dairy cow for maximum return on investment

  22. Step by step guide to silage making for more milk during dry season

  23. Major reasons why most “Modern Dairy farms” fail to make profits

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A sufficient and well-distributed water supply is vital for a healthy hass avocado orchard that can offer sustainably high yields for many years. Since hass avocado is native to the humid subtropical and tropical regions with abundant rainfall, crop cultivation in different climatic zones and environmental conditions may need extra irrigation to cover the plant’s water requirements. After transplanting, the farmer can create a basin around each tree to collect water from rain or irrigation. The grower can regularly water the newly planted hass avocado trees until they are established. The amount and frequency of irrigation will change as the trees mature. Hass Avocado is considered a water-intensive crop. The exact amounts of water needed depend on the environmental conditions, the soil characteristics, and the age of the trees. Generally, a mature tree needs at least 1,000-1,300 mm (40-50 in) of rain per year. The avocado tree has shallow roots that are spread mainly in the top 20-60 cm of soil and are not very efficient in exploiting water from deeper soil layers. As a result, rainfalls and/or irrigation should keep the soil’s upper 15-20 cm (6-7 in) moist These amounts should be delivered to the plants in smaller quantities with more frequent irrigation sessions. However, the farmer should know that too frequent light irrigation may encourage shallow root system growth, making the plant less tolerant to drought and strong winds. Flooding is not desirable as it promotes root rot as well as water and nutrient runoff and should always be avoided, in my opinion. READ MORE ON HASS AVOCADO PRODUCTION IN KENYA VIA FARMERS TREND WEBSITE https://farmerstrend.co.ke/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/farmerstrend Twitter: https://twitter.com/FarmersTrend Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmers_trend/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farmers-trend-51b54412a/ Google Business: https://business.google.com/posts/l/09910947938669691805 WhatsApp: wa.me/message/QTL2V2TAALD6H1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCspvj-j-sO0wGVevKIe_Tg https://www.pinterest.com/farmerstrend TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farmerstrend2?lang=en
IRRIGATION ON HASS AVOCADO IN KENYA
Peach seedlings in Kenya can be ordered online via https://farmerstrend.co.ke/shop/ or by contacting +254724559286 or +254790509684 == Peach is a temperate fruit tree that belongs to the family of rosaceae, same as the apple. Peaches have not penetrated the Kenyan market that well; the fruit is spotted in few high-end marketplaces. Peaches should be planted in well-worked soil having an adequate supply of nutrients and with a pH of 6.0 to 6.5. The site should be exposed to enough sunlight. Varieties propagated in Kenya include; Alexander, jewel, waldo, killiecrankie among others. While there are many new and excellent varieties available to choose from, I recommend `Red Haven’. It is the most popular, and one of the most reliable varieties grown in the world READ ON PEACH FARMING AND CULTIVATION IN KENYA VIA : https://farmerstrend.co.ke/category/fruits/peach-farming/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/farmerstrend Twitter: https://twitter.com/FarmersTrend Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmers_trend/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farmers-trend-51b54412a/ Google Business: https://business.google.com/posts/l/09910947938669691805 WhatsApp: wa.me/message/QTL2V2TAALD6H1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCspvj-j-sO0wGVevKIe_Tg https://www.pinterest.com/farmerstrend TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farmerstrend2?lang=en
Seedlings For Peaches In Kenya
Jack fruit seedlings in Kenya can be bought online via https://farmerstrend.co.ke/shop/ or by contacting +254 724559286 or +254 790509684<br /><br />==<br />The lifespan of the jackfruit tree is 60 to 70 years and a mature plant produces up to 700 fruits per year [2]. Jackfruit is known to be the heaviest fruit with an average fruit weight10-30 kg [3] and annual average yield of 50- 80 tons of fruits per hectare of land.<br /><br />Jackfruit production and consumption in many other countries is on the rise and it is becoming of great economic value because of its traditional value and rich mouth feel.<br /><br />Jackfruit comprising 28-33% pulp and 67% waste from which a lot of value-added products can be processed. However, currently little information exists on the production capacity, utilization and processing of jackfruit in Kenya. Information on jackfruit production and utilization is crucial for the improvement of the economic value of this fruit in the country. <br /><br />HERE IS A COMPLETE JACKFRUIT CULTIVATION GUIDE IN KENYA: https://farmerstrend.co.ke/trending/jackfruit-fenesi-farming-in-kenya/<br /><br />Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/farmerstrend<br />Twitter: https://twitter.com/FarmersTrend<br />Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmers_trend/<br />Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farmers-trend-51b54412a/<br />Google Business: https://business.google.com/posts/l/09910947938669691805<br />WhatsApp: wa.me/message/QTL2V2TAALD6H1<br />Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCspvj-j-sO0wGVevKIe_Tg<br />https://www.pinterest.com/farmerstrend<br />TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farmerstrend2?lang=en
JackFruit Seedlings In Kenya
Cherry guava seedlings in Kenya can be bought online via https://farmerstrend.co.ke/shop/ or by contacting +254724559286 or +254790509684 == Cherry guava, also called Strawberry guava, purple guava and pineapple guava, is a shrub or small tree reaching up to 15 feet in height. It has a smooth trunk and dark green, shiny, egg-shaped leaves that are arranged oppositely on the stem. The aromatic leaves are 2-4 inches long and 1-2 inches wide As strawberry guava thrives in humid areas where the farming potential is l2ow, its cultivation could be a means of providing additional income to farmers, while also establishing a steady supply of fruit to industry and to markets. THIS LINK PROVIDES A COMPLETE GUIDE ON CHERRY GUAVA FARMING IN KENYA: https://farmerstrend.co.ke/trending/strawberry-guava-cherry-guava-farming-the-sweet-ideal-fruit-for-your-kitchen-garden-in-kenya/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/farmerstrend Twitter: https://twitter.com/FarmersTrend Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmers_trend/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farmers-trend-51b54412a/ Google Business: https://business.google.com/posts/l/09910947938669691805 WhatsApp: wa.me/message/QTL2V2TAALD6H1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCspvj-j-sO0wGVevKIe_Tg https://www.pinterest.com/farmerstrend TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farmerstrend2?lang=en
Cherry Guava Seedlings In Kenya
Jaboticaba also known as Brazilian grape fruit seedlings available at our nurseries, you can order online https://farmerstrend.co.ke/shop/ or by contacting us directly +254 -724559286<br /><br />==<br />Jaboticaba is a very slow growing tree that branches profusely from near the ground, with the branches slanting upward and outward. The thin outer bark flakes off, leaving light patches. <br /><br />The tree can reach a height of 25 feet, with a dense, rounded crown that spreads to 50 feet. The flowers emerge from the trunks and branches<br />in small groups. Each flower has four hairy white petals and about 60 4-mm-long stamens. <br /><br />READ A COMPLETE GUIDE ON JABOTICABA FARMING IN KENYA VIA: https://farmerstrend.co.ke/trending/jabuticaba-brazilian-grape-tree-a-rare-delicious-fruit-tree-and-where-to-buy-seedlings-in-kenya/ <br /><br /><br />Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/farmerstrend<br />Twitter: https://twitter.com/FarmersTrend<br />Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmers_trend/<br />Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farmers-trend-51b54412a/<br />Google Business: https://business.google.com/posts/l/09910947938669691805<br />WhatsApp: wa.me/message/QTL2V2TAALD6H1<br />Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCspvj-j-sO0wGVevKIe_Tg<br />https://www.pinterest.com/farmerstrend<br />TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farmerstrend2?lang=en
Jaboticaba Fruit Seedlings In Kenya
Fig fruit seedlings can be purchased at Farmers Trend Online Shop https://farmerstrend.co.ke/shop/ or by contacting +254 724559286 or +254790509684<br /><br />==<br />Fig can be grown on a wide range of soil type. But deep, clay-loams are the best suited. Well drained alluvial clay loams or medium black soils are also good for fig cultivation. The fig is one of the most drought tolerant crops. It can tolerate sulphate and chloride salts. <br /><br />Soils having a high lime content produce fruits of better quality suitable for drying. But even a small amount of sodium carbonate in soil is injurious to fig. Major portion of the root system is distributed within 50-60 cm depth and hence the fig can also be grown in shallow soils of 2 feet where other fruit trees cannot be accommodated.<br /><br />To keep the trees more productive and to facilitate inter cultivation operations, the fig trees are trained to a desired height and shape. The fig tree bears tow crops in a year, the first crop on the wood of previous season and the second crop on new wood of current season. <br /><br />Pruning is necessary to induce growth of flower bearing wood. The time and amount of pruning are adjusted according to the growth habit and bearing capacity of the tree. Notchin stimulates production of laterals on vigorous upright branches. <br /><br />Figs are an excellent source of antioxidants and nutrients. One medium-size fig (approximately 50 grams) has 37 calories, 10 grams carbohydrates, and<br />1.5 grams dietary fiber, which is slightly more than in an equivalent amount of banana fruit.<br /><br />A GUIDE ON FIG CULTIVATION IN KENYA CAN BE FOUND VIA THIS LINK: https://farmerstrend.co.ke/trending/a-guide-on-fig-fruit-cultivation-in-kenya-where-to-buy-fig-seedlings/<br /><br /><br />Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/farmerstrend<br />Twitter: https://twitter.com/FarmersTrend<br />Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmers_trend/<br />Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farmers-trend-51b54412a/<br />Google Business: https://business.google.com/posts/l/09910947938669691805<br />WhatsApp: wa.me/message/QTL2V2TAALD6H1<br />Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCspvj-j-sO0wGVevKIe_Tg<br />https://www.pinterest.com/farmerstrend<br />TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farmerstrend2?lang=en
Fig Fruit Seedlings In Kenya & Fig Fruit Farming - Farmers Trend
Blueberry Seedlings are available at our nurseries at cost friendly prices. Just give us a call or WhatsApp +254724559286 or +254790509684 blueberry plants are some of the most expensive fruit seedlings in Kenya today. Our limited experience suggests that the crop can be grown and of course many people in Kenya have shown that fruit of quality can be grown. Indeed, several have tested the market and received very satisfactory prices. Because blueberries have very specific growth requirements particularly in relation to soil composition, it will mean inevitably that the crop will be grown where these conditions can be met and maintained at relatively low cost. == Within each species, there are many cultivars or varieties. Blueberry cultivars are chosen based on production area temperature and the chilling requirements of different species. Chilling is the accumulated number of hours between 32˚ and 45˚F necessary for flower buds to develop on a dormant plant. Rabbit-eye and highbush plants require fewer chilling hours to produce fruit and are well adapted to Kenya's moderate climate. Lowbush species are native wild blueberry plants; however, they are still managed intensively with production techniques. Highbush and lowbush species are the most common species grown for commercial production. Blueberries are very exacting in their soil requirements and this is particularly true' for Highbush cultivars that we sell. They require a well drained acid soil that has a fairly high content of organic matter. Peatlands are the preferred soils as they are composed almost completely of organic matter and have the desirable pH level (acidity) of from 4.5 to 4.8. Any soil with pH above 5 must be corrected before planting. Where it is necessary to lower the pH the following table gives a guide as to the amount of sulphur that will be required: READ ON COMPLETE CULTIVATION ON BLUEBERRY IN KENYA VIA: https://farmerstrend.co.ke/trending/blueberry-fruit-farming-growing-the-fastest-growing-industry-in-the-new-gold/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/farmerstrend Twitter: https://twitter.com/FarmersTrend Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmers_trend/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farmers-trend-51b54412a/ Google Business: https://business.google.com/posts/l/09910947938669691805 WhatsApp: wa.me/message/QTL2V2TAALD6H1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCspvj-j-sO0wGVevKIe_Tg https://www.pinterest.com/farmerstrend TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farmerstrend2?lang=en
Blueberry Seedlings In Kenya and How To Plant - Farmers Trend
A fast-growing, large climber growing 10-15 m high, coarse, herbaceous but woody at the base, arising from a fleshy root that becomes enlarged with age It has thick 4-angled stems, thick, four 4 angles, prominently winged on the angles; tendrils 30 cm long, flanked by leaf like, ovate or ovate-lanceolate stipules 2-3.5 cm long, sometimes faintly toothed. Leaves alternate, broad-ovate or oblong-ovate, 8.25-15 cm wide, 10-20 cm long, rounded or cordate at the base, abruptly pointed at the apex, sometimes toothed near the base, thin, with conspicuous veins sunken on the upper surface, prominent beneath. Flowers solitary, fragrant, up to12-12.5 cm wide; calyx bell-shaped, sepals 5, greenish or reddish-green on the outside, white, pink or purple inside; petals 5, 4.5 cm long, white-and-pink; corona filaments 2-ranked, 6 cm long, purple-and-white below, blue in the middle, and pinkish-blue above, around the typical complex of pistil, style and stigmas. Fruit oblong-ovoid, 12-15 cm wide, 10-30 cm long, melon like, sometimes faintly ribbed or longitudinally 3-lobed; skin thin, delicate, greenish-white to pale- or deep-yellow, often blushed with pink; flesh firm, mealy, white or pink, 2.5-4 cm thick, flavor very mild, and coated with a parchment-like material on the inner surface. BUY GRANADILLA SEEDLINGS AT FARMERS TREND NURSERIES VIA: https://farmerstrend.co.ke/product/giant-granadilla-seedlings/ Facebook: https://web.facebook.com/farmerstrend Twitter: https://twitter.com/FarmersTrend Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/farmers_trend/ Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/farmers-trend-51b54412a/ Google Business: https://business.google.com/posts/l/09910947938669691805 WhatsApp: wa.me/message/QTL2V2TAALD6H1 Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCCspvj-j-sO0wGVevKIe_Tg https://www.pinterest.com/farmerstrend TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@farmerstrend2?lang=en
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