Ksh1 Billion Compensation: What It Means to Livestock Farmers
The compensation will target 16 semi-arid counties, including Laikipia, which was severely impacted by the 2021/2022 drought.
Coastal Farmers Urged to Adopt Hybrid Coconut Farming
The initiative, led by the Micro Enterprise Support Programme Trust (MESPT), advocates for hybrid coconut farming due to its higher yields.
KTDA to Refund Fertilizer Suspense for Smallholder Tea Farmers in January 2025
KTDA stated payments will be made by January 5th after the government released Ksh2 billion for fertilizer subsidies.
Bayer Supports Farmer Safety with PPE Donation
Bayer East Africa donated nitrile gloves, masks, and goggles, which will be distributed to the Cereal Growers Association (CGA).
Plantain Banana Farming Thrives in Murang’a
Plantain bananas are becoming more profitable, fetching up to five times the price of traditional bananas per kilo.
Reprieve for Coffee Farmers as EU Delays Deforestation Rules
The EUDR aims to prevent the import of commodities linked to deforestation, including coffee, cocoa, soy, palm oil, rubber, and cattle.
LBDA Sets Goal to Produce 4M Fingerlings with New Kibos Hatchery
The Kibos fish multiplication centre is set to increase fingerlings production capacity to boost aquaculture in the region.
Ministry Appoints Interim Officers to Oversee Sugar Institutions
The appointments come nearly a month after President William Ruto signed the Sugar Act, No. 11 of 2024, into law.
How Farmers Can Manage Aflatoxin Contamination in Milk
Managing aflatoxin in milk like regular testing and proper feeding is crucial to ensuring animal welfare and food safety.
Farmers Guaranteed Timely Distribution of Subsidized Fertilizers Ahead of Planting Season
The CS said the government is working to boost agricultural productivity by ensuring last mile distribution of subsidized fertilizers.