Potato blight is one of the most devastating plant diseases in agriculture. Caused by the pathogen Phytophthora infestans, it can wipe out entire fields in a matter of days if left unchecked. Farmers worldwide, from smallholders to large-scale producers, face…
Tomato farming is one of the most profitable agribusiness ventures in Kenya and across East Africa. Tomatoes are consumed daily, making them a high‑demand crop in both local and export markets. However, the rainy season poses a serious challenge: tomato…
Bean farming has long been a cornerstone of smallholder and commercial agriculture across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Beans are not only a staple food rich in protein, fiber, and essential minerals, but they also serve as a cash crop…
Why Long Rains Increase Maize Diseases The long rains in East Africa, typically from March to May, create warm and humid conditions that favor fungal and bacterial growth. Maize leaves remain wet for extended periods, allowing spores to spread quickly.…
As maize farmers across the Rift Valley prepare for the planting season, experts are sounding the alarm on the hidden dangers that lurk beneath the soil. Early-stage diseases such as Fusarium seed rot, Pythium damping-off, and viral infections like Maize…
Fall armyworm (Spodoptera frugiperda) is one of the most destructive pests threatening maize and other crops across Kenya and Africa. Farmers preparing for the planting season must adopt proactive, integrated strategies to prevent infestations before they start. This guide outlines…
As the March planting season—popularly known as the “Long Rains”—approaches, the key to a bumper harvest lies in matching the right maize variety to your specific ecological zone. Whether you are in the high-potential “grain basket” of the Rift Valley…
The somber atmosphere in Emurua Dikirr Constituency, Narok County, was marked by grief, reflection, and a powerful plea from a grieving family. The funeral service of Johana Ng’eno, Wycliffe Kiprotich, Robert Keter, Nicholas Kosgei, and Amos Rotich—who tragically lost their…
Thousands of registered but currently unemployed teachers have received a major update from the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) — and it could directly impact future recruitment opportunities. In a fresh communication, TSC has announced that it is updating records of…
The first American casualties in the ongoing conflict with Iran were confirmed after a direct strike hit a makeshift operations center at Shuaiba port in Kuwait on Sunday morning. According to military officials, the strike occurred just after 9 a.m.…