How Proper Spacing Prevents Disease Spread in Beans
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…
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Bean Farming for Profit: Disease-Resistant Varieties to Plant Now
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…
Maize Diseases During Long Rains — Identification and Cheap Control
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…
Reducing Maize Production Costs Without Sacrificing Yield: A Path for African Farmers
Maize remains the backbone of food security across Africa, feeding millions and sustaining rural economies. Yet, rising input costs—from fertilizer and fuel to labor and irrigation—have…
Seed Treatment Secrets That Protect Maize From Early Diseases
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.…
Maize Fall Armyworm Prevention Guide: Essential Steps Every Farmer Needs Before Planting
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…
From Military Officer to UN Award Winner: How a Kenyan Widow Turned Farming Into Power and Profit
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…
Best Maize Seeds For Farmers Planting this Long Rains
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…
Nick Kosgei’s Brother Sends Strong Message to President Ruto During Funeral of Helicopter Crash Victims
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…
Tears Flowing! Johanna Ng’eno Wife Nayianoi Ntutu Ng’eno Makes A Moving Tribute
The passing of Johanna Ng’eno has left a profound void in the hearts of many, but perhaps nowhere is that silence more deafening than in the…