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Quinoa: The New Cash Crop for Kenyan Farmers
01
May
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 […]
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Eucalyptus Tree Farming in Kenya: A Profitable Business
25
Apr
4
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 […]
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