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Nairobi, June, 2021 – Farmers in Africa have lost 80 percent of their revenue due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Fairtrade Africa Programmes Director Chris Oluoch says the pandemic has also seen many workers lose their jobs, as companies closed shop due to lack of access to markets as most countries closed their borders. Most affected […]
Beekeepers can now relax as the 2021 Livestock Bill has been suspended. Many farmers in Kenya have complained about this bill which was starting to become a sting painful than that of the bee itself. The bill sought to prohibit farmers from keeping bees for commercial purposes except in an apiary or home of bees registered […]
Let’s talk about the new proposed Livestock Bill 2021. This bill was sponsored by the MP of Kipiriri, Amos Kimunya. It seeks to prohibit farmers from keeping bees for commercial purposes except in an apiary or home of bees registered by the government. “A person shall not keep bees for commercial purposes unless in an […]
2021 is going to be an exciting and dynamic year for investments in agriculture and related businesses. Since food is one of man’s most important needs, demand for agricultural products in Kenya and around the world will always be strong. As an entrepreneur, you can capitalize on this demand by establishing an agribusiness venture and […]
Sponsored: Honey is five times more expensive than oil, and its market is growing not only in Africa but around the globe, as the world commemorates International Bee Day today. One kilo of honey in Kenya costs between $6 and $11 (Ksh500-Ksh1,100), five times the price of a liter of petrol, and a jar of […]
We all know how beans look and taste. It’s the most popular dish in most Kenyan schools and the dead of teachers during class sessions. This is because beans have a habit of messing up people’s stomachs if not well prepared. Beans remain a vital source of protein in Kenya and Africa. They are also […]
There is a certain state of mind where someone is so sure something is true they consider all information as proof and ignore everything that suggests otherwise. It’s how the majority of the world’s population believed the Earth was flat long after measurements showed the curve on the planet’s surface and its changing position relative […]
Drip irrigation is known to be the most efficient type of irrigation in the world as it only passes water to the roots of the plants. Plants make better use of water when they get it through their roots. Drip irrigation unlike other types of irrigation does not spray water to the leaves and stems […]
Are you new in farming? Well, here is a quick tip: Do not plant your whole farm at once! This will land you into big problems. No one should ever lie to you that farming is not profitable. Farming just like any other business has its tips and tricks to success. Success in farming comes […]
Capsicums are commonly known as Pili Pili Hoho. They grow in most regions in Kenya. Capsicums have a high demand and a 50 Kg bag fetches between Ksh 2500 – 3500. These prices depend on market forces so it’s always good to plan yourself well before embarking on this journey. Capsicums are profitable and easy […]