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Tuesday, October 27, 2024 – By John Ekadeli, KALRO Communications In Kajiado County, tomato farming is more than just an agricultural activity; it’s a lifeline for thousands of farmers and a cornerstone of the local economy. Thanks to the partnership between the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) and the Korea Africa Food and…
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Nairobi, Kenya, Monday, October 28, 2024 by Maureen Olindi CABI Launches Africa Plant Health Systems Forum to Tackle Plant Health Challenges Across the Continent The Centre for Agriculture and Biosciences International (CABI) has launched the Africa Plant Health Systems Forum, themed “Knowledge Driven Solutions for Africa’s Plant Health Systems,” aimed at addressing critical plant health…
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By Lilian Cheruiyot and Agatha Ngotho The unpredictable weather conditions caused by climate change has become prevalent hence making farmers rely on speculations while doing their farming production. This has greatly affected crops yields and has lowered productivity. With at least over 80 percent of farmers’ dependent on rain-fed agriculture, there is need to be…
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Nairobi, Tuesday, October 15 2024 by John Ekadeli The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) has strongly engaged in different levels of collaborations, both locally and internationally, to enhance its research mandate. The strategic partnership have been instrumental in fostering innovation, knowledge sharing, and the development of overdue technologies that are of paramount importance…
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By Maureen Olindi & John Ekadeli Tomato production is a key agricultural activity in Kenya, vital for the country’s economy and food security. Despite year-round cultivation in various regions, domestic production cannot meet market demand, leading to imports from Tanzania. Kajiado County, the leading region for commercial tomato production, benefits from diverse climatic conditions but…
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Dr. Floridah Maritim and Trezer Odero A rice field in Bura Irrigation Scheme in Tana River Photo| Trezer Odero Rice farming has long been a critical part of the agricultural landscape in Kenya. Yet, for decades, farmers struggled with low yields, pests and diseases, and the high cost of production, which kept them trapped in…
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