Drought-resistant crops key to food security
A trip to Kamtonga village at the lowlands of Mwatate vividly reveals a failed maize crop. On the tens of parcels of farms, wilting maize plants stand at the mercy of
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Agriculture
ASAL counties urged to embrace smart farming
Arid and Semi-arid (ASAL) county governments have been urged to embrace science and technology in food production to mitigate the adverse effects of drought. Speaking during the launch of Tana River Centre
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County procures 25 motorcycles to boost agriculture services
Trans Nzoia County government has procured 25 motor cycles to boost field extension officers in the county. Speaking during commissioning, County Agriculture Chief Officer Robert Musikoyo said 20 of the motorcycle
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Agriculture stakeholders asked to avoid projects duplication
Makueni County Executive for Agriculture, Irrigation, Livestock and Fisheries Nzioki King’ola has directed officers in the department to undertake an inventory of development partners, private sector and civil society organizations
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Migori tobacco farmers shift to profitable beans production
Former tobacco farmers in Migori are continuing to reap the benefits from bean farming after the World Food Programme (WFP) provided a ready market for their enterprise. In 2021, the WFP
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