Archives for Crops
Kenya Opens Worldโs First Higher Education Institution Dedicated to Tea
The President of Kenya, His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto, has officially inaugurated the Lipton Tea Innovation & Technology Academy with its mission to make Kenya the world center of…
A Guide to Garden Pea Farming in Kenya
Garden Pea (Pisum sativum) is one of the most important vegetable crops in Kenya. They are grown mainly by small-scale farmers. In addition, it is a major serves as a…
Edible Oil Crop Farming in Ugenya: Success Story of Mr David Ochiengโ
Mr David Ochiengโ, a seasoned middle-aged farmer, from Aboke village of Ugenya sub county in Siaya, says he is not just a farmer but a believer in change, adapting to…
How Mulching Enhances Sustainable Macadamia Farming in Kenya
Macadamia farming in Kenya has experienced remarkable growth and success in recent years, emerging as a lucrative agricultural venture for farmers across the country. Known for their rich flavor and…
How Heavy Rains in Tanzania are Impacting Kenya’s Onion Supply Chain
In recent months, Kenya has found itself grappling with an unprecedented onion crisis occasioned by a biting shortage locally and exacerbated by heavy rains in Tanzania, the country's primary supplier.…
Scientists offer alternative to boost rice production in Africa
Africa needs not take up extensive land conversion to increase its rice production, says a new study. The continent should instead consider improved agronomic practices, such as land development, soil…
French investment company Mirova investing $8.5 million on Macadamia Farming in Kenya & TZ
French investment company Mirova is investing $ million in Pamoja. In Kenya and Tanzania, the company produces macadamia nuts with the help of small-scale farmers, who will have to make…
Sowing the Seeds of Change: The Impact of CIMMYT and KALRO’s Joint Wheat Breeding Program
The East African wheat breeding pipeline aims to improve wheat varieties and contribute to regional food security by ensuring a stable and resilient wheat supply. In 2022, CIMMYT, in partnership…
Good News To Macadamia Farmers As Govt. Lifts Ban On Unprocessed Nuts
Suspension of the law that bans the selling of unprocessed macadamia nuts has seen farmers reap big from their produce for the last two months. Last year Agriculture Cabinet Secretary…
Kenya Embracing GMO potatoes for a better future
This February the โGMO FACTS not FEARโ advocacy team starts a six-month tour of Kenyaโs Irish potato planting regions to educate farmers on a late blight resistant (LBR) potato developed…