Kenya and the Netherlands strengthens transportation of flowers by sea by signing a Framework of Cooperation
NAIROBI, 30 MAY 2022 – The signing of the framework of cooperation between Kenya Flower Council and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands…
How to grow Bixa
Ecological requirements According to Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (Kalro), Mtwapa station, Bixa plant does well in warm humid areas with temperatures of between…
Details of the transport of kenyan flowers by sea to be unveiled this week during IFTEX
After a three-year break, Nairobi is set to host the multi-billion-dollar global flower industry fraternity for a three-day International Flower Trade & Exhibition, IFTEX, that…
Why organic matter a must
Compost also plays an important role in the physical structure of a soil. compost-rich soil retains water better and can sustain a crop for two…
Types of milk
Did you know that more than 6billion people worldwide consume milk and milk products? However, a large percentage of the total world population suffers from…
Smallholder farmers to get boost worth $1.5 billion to avert food crisis
With the disruption of food supplies arising from the Russia-Ukraine war, Africa now faces a shortage of at least 30 million metric tons of food,…
Kenyan government should reduce high fertilizer prices to boost food security
Nelson Maina: Kenyan-based agriculture expert Kenya’s cost of living has hit unprecedented highs with prices of basic commodities being out of reach for many citizens….
Ground African crickets to be used to fortify porridge, experts say..
By Mwangi Mumero The insect is said to be rich in crude protein, fat, essential amino acids, minerals, and vitamins Ground African crickets can now…
African Armyworm invades
The end of April brought about an alarm for farmers all over Africa. An outbreak of the deadly African armyworm is ongoing on 33 countries…
Financing is the key to Kenya’s food security.
According to studies conducted by the UN two billion people did not access safe and nutritious food in 2019. Additionally, more than 650 million people…
Fertilizer costs subsidized to almost half
The launch of Subsidized fertilizers has begun across the country as the rainy season draws closer. Agriculture CS Mr Peter Munya oversaw the process at…
World Bank working to help with food security
Exciting news as the World Bank announces it will give Kenya $200 million to improve food security and development. Senior Agriculture economis at the World…
ASAL areas move to Hydroponic farming
The County Governments in Arid and Semi-Arid (ASAL) areas are investing in technology as they battle drought. Over the past couple of years, the country…
West Pokot distributes maize seeds
The county of West Pokot has begun distribution of 381 tons (381,000kgs) of certified maize seeds to all wards. This effort is in readiness for…
Bixa, The colouring crop can add Value to farmers lives
This special plant produces 70 per cent of the worlds natural food colours and has the potential to earn farmers good money BY MAZERA NDURYA …