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Breakthrough in sorghum production with high-yielding drought-resistant varieties

By Zablon Oyugi Drought stress during crucial growth stages of sorghum has long hindered grain quality, particularly in Sub-Saharan Africa (SSA). Surveys in Ethiopia, Burkina…

BIOSORRA Unveil East Africa’s largest Biochar Plant for sustainable agriculture

By Zablon Oyugi BIOSORRA, a leading carbon removal startup has launched the biggest biochar-producing plant in East Africa to provide its high quality biochar to…

Bean researchers develop 650 high-yielding bean varieties adapted to local conditions

By Mwangi Mumero Scientists at the Pan-Africa Bean Research Alliance (PABRA) have introduced a game-changing development, revolutionising bean production in 31 African countries. Collaborating with…

Kenyan government encourages farmers to enroll in KIAMIS to enhance food security

By Rodgers Omondi To motivate local farmers to embrace the benefits of technological advancements, the Kenyan government is actively encouraging farmers to enroll in the…

Kenya anticipates record wheat harvest of 1.3 million bags

By Rodgers Omondi Kenya is set to harvest 1.3 million bags of wheat this year. As a result, the government through the Agriculture and Food…

Small business hold key to food system transformation, yet lack policy support-Report

By Smart Farmer Reporter Approximately 60% of both rural and urban households in Kenya rely on micro/small enterprises (MSEs) located in local markets for their…

US pledges Sh2.1B to revive Kenya’s pyrethrum sector

By Zablon Oyugi The United States government has committed $12 million to support the revival of the pyrethrum industry in Kenya with a focus on…

KTDA Holdings appoints Enos Njeru as National Chairman

 By Clifford Akumu The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has announced the appointment of Enos Njiru Njeru as the new national chairman following the resignation…

IFAD President urges global leaders to drive funding to small-scale farmers for food security

By Smart Farmer Writer The President of the United Nations International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD), Alvaro Lario, recently called on world leaders attending the…

EAC launches agri-export campaign to boost trade opportunities

By David Kipkorir The East African Community (EAC) has initiated a campaign aimed at raising awareness about the trade opportunities in agricultural exports generated by…

CABI launches Crop Sprayer App to assist smallholder farmers control pests

By David Kipkorir CABI has launched the Crop Sprayer App, an essential addition to the PlantwisePlus Toolkit, designed to assist smallholder farmers in determining the…

Swiss biological agricultural product manufacturer expands into Kenya to promote soil regeneration

By Smart Farmer Reporter Andermatt, leading Swiss biological agricultural product manufacturer, has set up office in Kenya as it seeks to spread into the region…

Kenya Launches Guidelines to Boost Horticultural Productivity

The National Horticulture Taskforce in Kenya has introduced Good Agricultural Practice (GAP) guidelines for avocado, beans, and peas in pods. These guidelines aim to help…

INVITATION TO THE NATIONAL POTATO CONFERENCE AND TRADE FAIR ON 30TH and 31ST MAY 2023

Potato is the second most important food and cash crop after maize in Kenya and occupies a prime position in terms of its contribution to…

Youth turning organic waste and insect poop into gold

A youth group is making a killing by rearing the black soldier fly for fertiliser and animal feed production and protecting the environment. By Clifford…