Husqvarna, international organisations partner in fight to save Kenya’s mangrove forests and restore ecosystems
Kenya’s mangrove forests are among the country’s most critical habitats in the fight against climate change. These vital ecosystems serve as essential breeding grounds for…
Diploma aside, Munene unearths clean money from vegetable farm
He pocketed Sh350,000 last year from carrots, thanks to an economical ‘hydrum’ pump; now he is striving to ensure a sustained supply of vegetables to…
Ksh2.8B cashew nut project to benefit 10,500 farmers in Kilifi
The county has designated 5,000 acres in Chakama for cashew nut farming, where locals will be allocated land to cultivate the crop which was once…
Over 120,000 seeds from 13 African trees deposited in global seed vault
Since the early 1990s, the Norwegian centre has played a crucial role in conserving tree biodiversity and making native seeds available for use by breeders,…
British International Investment in $100m Deal with KCB for Climate and Women Funding
British International Investment (BII), the UK’s development finance institution and impact investor, has announced the provision of a $100 million Tier 2 capital facility to…
New innovative tool to help farmers lower fungicide use
The International Potato Centre (CIP) has introduced a simple yet effective tool poised to assist farmers in their spraying decisions and cut fungicide use in…
Abu Dhabi firm inks deal to expand Galana-Kulalu irrigation project
-On completion, the project could be the biggest in East and Southern Africa, meeting 41 percent of Kenya’s annual maize consumption demand -Aspects to be…
Researchers advocate for climate-resilient livestock breeding to meet growing population and changing climate needs
African livestock producers have a unique opportunity to improve the production of meat, milk and eggs through modern breeding technologies and innovations being tested in Africa,…
Meet the world’s most expensive cow
A Brazilian Viatina-19 FIV Mara Movéis, a three-year-old Nelore cow breed has entered Guinness World Records as the most expensive cow ever sold at auction….
CGIAR launches regional hub in Kenya to scale science-based agricultural solutions for Africa
The Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research (CGIAR) opens new regional hub in Kenya to scale science-based agricultural solutions for Africa 13 February 2025, Nairobi,…
How fruit trees on Kenyan farms fight climate change
They contribute to biodiversity by providing habitats and resources for a variety of species, from pollinators to birds and small mammals, besides helping in carbon…
Safaricom, International NGO launch AI chatbot to support smallholder farmers with real-time, best farming practices
Safaricom PLC and Opportunity International, a global non-governmental organization and have developed FarmerAI in Kenya, an innovative AI chatbot that will provide smallholder farmers in…
Jorenku expands global reach with increased export of liquid disinfection and feed hygiene products
Danish agricultural solutions provider Jorenku A/S has recorded significant growth in its export of liquid disinfection and feed hygiene products, marking an important milestone in…
Laikipia farmer takes a bite of carrot business, it’s crunchy and lucrative
Ngatia has grown the crop for 10 years, using the proceeds to educate his children in colleges and universities, besides buying two pieces of land…
Post COP: How do we work with world’s smallholder farmers to fight the challenges of climate change?
The impact of climate change is growing by the minute and urgent action is needed to put knowledge into the hands of the world’s smallholder…