Precision planters help farmers curb seed, time loss
Most cereal farmers waste a lot of time and seed through poor planting methods, according to Sygnata, a global cereals seller. In a move to
November 30, 2015
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November 2015
A near free soil sampling initiative to help Kenyan farmers grow right crops
As the world heads into the last days of 2015, which was declared an International Year of Soil (IYS) at the 68th UN assembly last
November 27, 2015
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Here are the agribusiness acceleration opportunities farmers in East Africa should look forward to in 2016
Accelerator hubs have managed to mold and finance some of high riding agribusinesses across the world. Although most innovative ideas are selected at the end
November 25, 2015
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Eldoret-based processor teams up with farmers to export tonnes of chilli
Eldoret-based export company Mace Foods, which was founded in 2002 by Margaret Komen, has been spearheading the cultivation of chilli, its mainstay product. Through partnerships
November 24, 2015
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Bulb-like camera could help arrest crop, animal thieves
A camera disguised as a light bulb is being sold as the perfect security against crop and animal theft, in areas where these crimes are
November 24, 2015
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Soil testing services closer to farmers as Soil Cares drives around counties
Farmers in any part of Kenya can now professionally sample and get a quick analysis about their soils, grow suitable crops and get high returns,
November 23, 2015
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KSh1 information service links Kenyan farmers with discounts on implements
Farmers in Kenya can now get farming tips, market information and discounts on agricultural inputs, through their mobile phones, thanks to iShamba, a mobile phone aided
November 23, 2015
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KSh1 information service links Kenyan farmers with discounts on implements
Farmers in Kenya can now get farming tips, market information and discounts on agricultural inputs, through their mobile phones, thanks to iShamba, a mobile phone aided
November 23, 2015
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KEPHIS and county governments bring export eduction to farmers’ doorsteps
Fresh produce farmers in Kenya intending to export are now getting information on what is required of them by receiving countries, thanks to briefing programmes
November 20, 2015
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New products to tame lethal necrosis set for market
Bayer East Africa have developed two products, which they say can effectively control the Maize Lethal Necrosis Disease.The two products, Gaucho and Imadaclopid, will be
November 19, 2015
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