Kenya
Quinoa, a climate-smart crop that can withstand harsh weather conditions, was declared the crop of the year globally in 2013. A decade later, the crop has been introduced in Kenya by the Food Agriculture Organisation (FAO), and the Kenya Agriculture and Livestock Research Organisation (Kalro) has started commercialising quinoa after it proved to be a […]
Food prices have been on the rise in Kenya lately, and it’s been tough to stretch our budgets. Especially for those of us with families to feed, buying even a small portion of food can be a challenge. That’s why I’ve decided to take matters into my own hands and start growing some of our […]
Eucalyptus tree farming is a profitable business that can be started by farmers in Kenya. Eucalyptus trees are fast-growing and can be harvested for their wood, bark, and leaves. The wood can be used for construction, furniture, and papermaking. The bark can be used for tanning leather and the leaves can be used to make […]
Kenya has entered into a trade deal with Iran to export 40 to 50 tonnes of sheep and meat per day. The estimated export value of this deal is USD 6 million per month. The deal will not only boost Kenya’s economy but will also create new opportunities for farmers and traders. This article will […]
Kenya’s growing avocado industry is aiming to double its avocado exports from Sh15 billion to Sh30 billion annually in the next five years due to increasing demand for the country’s produce in the global market. Ernest Muthomi, the Chief Executive Officer of the Avocado Society of Kenya (ASK), said that Kenya is expanding its target […]
The Tumbukiza method of growing Napier grass has been gaining popularity among dairy farmers in Kenya as it offers a simple and effective way to increase milk production and profitability. In this article, we will delve deeper into the method and highlight its key benefits and steps. Napier grass is a popular fodder crop in […]
Learn about greenhouse farming business in Kenya and get started today. Table of Contents I. Introduction II. Conduct Market Research On Greenhouse Farming Business III. Determine the Type of Greenhouse IV. Select a Location For Your Greenhouse Farming Business V. Set Up the Greenhouse VI. Choose the Right Crops to Grow VII. Employ Skilled Labor […]
Recently, there has been an upsurge in the number of youth-centric initiatives from government reinventing the National Youth Policy, launching the Kenya Youth in Agribusiness Strategy to the influx of donor-funded programs targeting the youth. Whereas the programs mean well to cure the ailing unemployment and improve young livelihoods, the approach is quite detrimental to […]
The Kenya Youth Agribusiness Strategy was developed by the Ministry of Agriculture Livestock Fisheries and Irrigation in consultation with the County Governments and Developed partners to run from 2017 to 2021 with a view to the increasing meaning and sustainable youth participation in the agricultural sector. The mission statement is Positioning the youth at the […]
You have a great agribusiness idea but you need money to actualize it. This is usually the problem that faces many young farmers in Kenya, heck this is the problem that I faced when I started out. Let’s face it, it’s never easy to raise money to start a farming business in Kenya. Farming start-ups […]