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KDC, United Green enter Sh41 billion aagreement to implement climate-smart agriculture

adminDecember 1, 2023

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The Kenya Development Corporation (KDC) and United Green, a UK-based private strategic investment group, have entered into a significant agreement, signing a Memorandum of Understanding...

Sustainable Agriculture Technology& Innovation

Young farmer converts Lake Ol Bolosat silt into organic fertilizer

adminNovember 29, 2023November 29, 2023

by adminNovember 29, 2023November 29, 20230530

Isaac Njihia, a young farmer, has turned the challenge of receding waters in Lake Ol Bolosat, Nyandarua County, into an innovative opportunity. When the lake’s...

Agribusiness News

Mombasa to host 5th Jumuiya agribusiness and blue economy investment conference

adminNovember 29, 2023November 29, 2023

by adminNovember 29, 2023November 29, 20230614

Mombasa is set to host the 5th Jumuiya Agribusiness and Blue Economy Investment Conference, scheduled to take place from November 28th to 30th. Organized by...

News Technology& Innovation

NuPEA to harness atoms 4Food technology for enhanced sugarcane production

adminNovember 28, 2023

by adminNovember 28, 20230672

The Nuclear Power & Energy Agency(NuPEA), is set to employ Atoms4Food Technology to enhance sugarcane production in Western Kenya Counties. Recently introduced by the International...

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KEPHIS to spend Sh9.7 billion in provision of quality services to agricultural sector

adminNovember 27, 2023November 27, 2023

by adminNovember 27, 2023November 27, 20230429

The Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) has budgeted to spend Sh9.7 billion in the next five years as it seeks to offer better services...

Markets News

Kenya agricultural commodities exchange set to launch February 2024

adminNovember 14, 2023

by adminNovember 14, 20230705

The Trade and Investment Ministry has announced that Kenya’s National Multi Commodities Exchange (Komex) is scheduled to go live in February next year, with mock...

Agricultural Technology and Practices News

Ruto advocates for irrigation as a key to unlocking Kenya’s agricultural potential

adminNovember 6, 2023

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On Saturday, President William Ruto conducted an inspection of the ongoing rehabilitation project for the Bura Irrigation and settlement scheme in Tana River County. He...

Agricultural Innovation and Technology Biotechnology in Agriculture News

Promoting biotechnology integration in African agriculture

adminNovember 6, 2023

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The promotion of agricultural biotechnology in Africa is seen as crucial for economic empowerment, food security, and overall health. Vitumbiko Chinoko, the Manager of the...

Agricultural Policy and Initiatives Crop Management Food Security News

Ruto encourages farmers to set their own maize prices, insists government will offer Sh 4000 per 90 kg bag

adminOctober 31, 2023

by adminOctober 31, 20230635

President William Ruto has offered assurance to local farmers, expressing the government’s readiness to purchase their maize. Ruto has confirmed that the National Cereals and...

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Exploring the advantages of sweet potatoes: 8 reasons to include them in your diet

adminOctober 31, 2023October 31, 2023

by adminOctober 31, 2023October 31, 20230422

Sweet potatoes, with their deliciously sweet flavor and vibrant orange hue, are not only a delightful addition to your plate but also a nutritional powerhouse....