Fact Sheet: Controlling False Codling Moth
Kenya’s Horticultural Crops Department reports that 17 out of 29 rejections of horticultural produce in the international market in the last three years is due
June 15, 2023
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June 2023
May 2023 Rainfall Analysis and June Forecast for Kenya’s ASAL Regions
Analyzing the May 2023 monthly rainfall, it becomes apparent that several arid and semi-arid lands (ASAL) experienced below-average rainfall. Looking ahead, June is expected to
June 13, 2023
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High Maize Prices Persist Due to Limited Supply and Expensive Fuel
Kenya’s maize prices remain high due to below-average local cereal production in 2022 and reduced imports from Uganda. Expensive fuel further inflates production and transport
June 13, 2023
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Indigenous Fruit Trees Unlock Economic Opportunities for Siakago Farmers in Kenya
Peter Njeru, a farmer from Siakago, Embu County, is part of a group of 27 farmers who have recognized the potential of indigenous fruit trees
June 12, 2023
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Oregano Plant: An Effective Solution for Coccidiosis Prevention and Cure in Poultry Farming
Poultry farmers in Kenya can now combat coccidiosis, a devastating poultry disease, using the oregano plant. A study by Meriden Animal Health revealed the antimicrobial
June 12, 2023
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New Sh2.8 billion Kericho sugar mill boon for cane farmers
Sugarcane farmers in Kericho and surrounding counties are set to benefit from the newly constructed Sh2.8 billion West Valley Sugar Company Limited in Kapsoit town,
June 5, 2023
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Mobile app helps Kenyan farmers diagnose plant diseases using satellite data
Developed by researchers from Penn State University, smartphone application program PlantVillage utilises satellite data to enable cassava and maize farmers from Western Kenya to scan
June 5, 2023
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Market timing key to maximise profits for Irish potato farmers
Prospective Irish potato farmers have been advised to time their crops for planting and harvesting during high demand such as the drought season between December
June 5, 2023
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Solar cooling facility saves farmers & traders produce from spoilage
Nairobi-based social enterprise, FreshBox , has developed a solar-powered, walk-in refrigeration facility that can hold over 2,100kg of fruits and vegetables to improve produce shelf
June 5, 2023
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Fact Sheet: Controlling aphid & leaf miner in kale
Florence Anyona, a kale farmer in Kisii cannot sell her crop due to infestation by aphids and leaf miners which have reduced the quality of
June 5, 2023
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