Archives for Watermelon Farming
Pests and Diseases That Impact Watermelon Farming in Kenya
Watermelon farming in Kenya has in recent past emerged as a profitable and sustainable farming venture. With its favorable climate, rich soil, and increasing demand both locally and internationally, Kenya…
Watermelon Farming In Kenya, Cost Analysis Per Acre
Watermelon farming is taking shape in Kenya as the fruit is being embraced by most Kenyans. In almost every town, you will find some fruit vendors with watermelons. Don’t ask…
Watermelon Farming In Kenya, The Challenging Journey Of A New Farmer
Watermelon Farming In Kenya: A journey of a thousand miles starts with a single step. My journey began in the heart of Kamba land when I visited a friend whose…
Common watermelon disorders, symptoms, causes and suggested control strategies
Growing watermelon for profit seems like the right thing to do. However, you need to equip yourself with the right information and skills in order to be successful in watermelon…
Why watermelon shed flowers and solution
Watermelon farming is a good agri-enterprise and with good management practices, one can get high yields of up to25-30 tonnes per hectare. Watermelons grow and blossom, usually producing yellow flowers.…
Harvesting Ksh800,000 from watermelon farming in Kerio – Success of Amos Marori
After leaving secondary school and lacking fees to continue with his education, Amos Morori had to shelve his ambition of becoming the first engineer from his village. He started herding…
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. Potassium, Vitamin…