Listen The simple technologies below are helping farmers add value to their produce before taking them to market thereby increasing their earnings. Peanut butter in three easy steps This machine showcased at an expo at the University of Eldoret is made up of three parts, namely the flour miller, the decorticator and grinder, enabling one […]
May 2022
Nothing says welcome better than a cup of Kenyan coffee!
Listen Kenya’s Colombia Mild is valued for its balance, and complex but powerful wine-toned acidity wrapped in sweet berry-toned fruitiness. Kenya’s coffee industry is very popular, especially for its strong aroma, cooperative milling system and auctioneering. Kenya is rated 21st among the world’s best coffee producers. Coffee exports account for about five percent of all […]
Sugar sub-sector beset by problems
Listen Over the years, sugar output has remained below local demand forcing the country to import sugar to fill the gap despite investments in sector. Sugar is the second-largest contributor to Kenya’s agricultural growth after tea. There are three sugar-belts in Kenya; Nyando, the western sugar belt and the south Nyanza sugar zone. Approximately five […]