Tag - capsicums
13Sep

How to Make the Most of El Niño Rains in Kenya

Kenya's agriculture is highly dependent on the two primary rainy seasons: the long rains, which occur from March to May, and the short rains, from October to December. However, the erratic weather patterns associated with climate phenomena like El Niño can disrupt traditional planting and...
28Oct

How to get more yields and bigger Capsicums

In capsicum production, the yields are dependent on several factors mainly the variety and the nutrition programme used. To attain high yields, a farmer has to not only ensure the fruits are of bigger size but also the harvesting period is prolonged. This longer production...
29Jan

The Kenyan Journalist who made profit in Farming

The story below is for those who are interested in planting Watermelons as a source of income. Be inspired Martha Otieno gave up her job search after almost a year in the ever competitive Kenyan employment market to venture into agri-business. The bachelor of journalism graduate from...