The morning mist still hung lightly above the waters of River Sagana when we arrived at the border of Murang’a and Kirinyaga counties, where rows of…
Kenya’s dairy industry is a backbone of rural livelihoods, contributing significantly to household income, nutrition, and national GDP. Yet, one of the biggest challenges facing smallholder…
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…
Bean farming is a cornerstone of food security across Africa, Asia, and Latin America. In Kenya, beans are not only a staple food but also a…
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…
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…
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.…
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…
In the heart of Rongai, Nakuru County, a retired military officer has transformed her life and community through farming. Madam Veronica Kimengech, once a secretary in…
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…