Listen Researchers at Egerton University believe they have found the perfect ingredient to animal feed and way to counter malnutrition in children. n a small room at a university in Nakuru County, two researchers are working on a unique innovation that is set to boost food security and provide farmers with fortified feed for their […]
Listen Symbiotic relationship between chickens, fish and crops allows Sikuku to maximise output on his two-acre farm in Kisumu County. When Mr Samuel Sikuku looks at his farm located in the rocky hills of Kandaria Location, Lower Nyakach in Kisumu County, he marvels at his crops, catfish and tilapia, as he readies himself for his […]
Listen Kanhiu found a way to reduce the cost of manual labour on his farm by putting together a machine using scrap metal he sourced from local dealers. It is mid-morning at Mohonia village in Laikipa West. On entering Peter Kahiu’s home, you would easily mistake it for a garage, or that of a person […]
Listen YY-Technology uses natural capacities of Tilapia and environmentally friendly genetic selection techniques. A new fish production technology is set to change the fortunes of farmers experiencing low yields from breeding tilapia in ponds. Fishtec has been introduced by Til-Aqua International, a company based in the Netherlands, which prides itself in producing an all-natural male […]
Listen As concern grows over the impact of synthetic fertilisers on soil composition and the environment, farmers are adopting organic options. Fertiliser reverses declining production In many parts of Kenya, including Nyanza, Due Due to overuse of synthetic fertilisers, Western and Rift Valley soils have become quite acidic, causing a reduction in yields. Continuous use […]
Listen Company embraced environmentally friendly technology to keep down operation costs and match its clients’ expectation. On entering Oserian Farm at Olkaria, in the southern part of Lake Naivasha, you are ushered in by a kaleidoscope of colours from their wide range of roses. Along the path that leads to the farm’s offices, are hundreds […]
Listen Agaricus Bitorquis has a longer shelf life and is recommended for small scale farming because it is less vulnerable to diseases and is sweeter and high quality. Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology has developed a mushroom variety suited for warm weather, opening a new revenue stream for farmers. The button type is […]
Listen Persistent seed shortage has continued to affect potato production. It is for this reason that the Agricultural Development Corporation is developing new methods to grow potatoes in the country. The corporation has strategically narrowed down to focus on its strength and available opportunities, under the ADC Seed Potato Complex that comprises of two farms, […]
Listen Up to 400 families are benefiting from an initiative supported by the African Development Bank to allow all-year crop farming in Mosiro. To get to Mosiro from Nairobi, the easiest route is to take the escarpment road to Naivasha. At Mai Mahiu, you turn left towards Narok and drive until Ntulele market. Here you […]
Listen Farmers and entrepreneurs have come up with novel ways to make money out of produce that would otherwise be left to rot for lack of storage space. With up to 30 to 40 per cent of farm produce going to waste after harvest, efforts to prevent these losses are being stepped up. Farmers are […]