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African Conference on Agricultural Technology tackles food security challenges and youth engagement

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The African Conference on Agricultural Technology (ACAT) has commenced in the nation, gathering agricultural experts, policymakers, and practitioners from across the African continent to address

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KALRO initiates avocado seedling multiplication to boost European market prospects

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The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO) has launched an ambitious project aimed at expanding avocado production to tap into the lucrative European market.

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Climate change: Experts convene in Nairobi to explore contemporary approaches for food security

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Government and non-government representatives are set to convene in Nairobi during the 7th Agro-Food Pack Exhibition, aiming to address concerns related to food security. This

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Farmers’ September loan uptake declines slightly: CBK report

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Various obstacles, including high interest rates, the absence of collateral, and concerns about the consequences of default, are preventing farmers from accessing credit, despite the

Agricultural Finance News Sugarcane farming

Sugarcane farmers to receive outstanding payments in three months

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Sugarcane farmers in the western part of the country, who are collectively owed nearly Sh2 billion by public millers, will soon receive their outstanding payments

Biotechnology in Farming

Young scientist’s ambitious plan: Creating cough syrup from snail mucus

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A great relief for Kenyans as a group of researchers from Jomo Kenyatta University of Science and Technology (JKUAT) is set to come up with

Agricultural Policy and Initiatives

Government bans maize, wheat imports to protect local farmers

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FARMER’S SUPPORT President William Ruto has outlined measures aimed at protecting local farmers and ensuring price stability. He emphasized that the government will only consider

Horticultural Exports\ Horticulture News

Horticultural exports rise to 29-month high due to increased demand

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Recent data released by the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) highlights a remarkable uptick in Kenya’s horticultural exports for July, breaking the 29-month record, owing

Agribusiness and Funding Agricultural Policy and Initiatives Youth in Agriculture

D.P. Gachagua emphasizes agriculture’s crucial role in combating unemployment

adminOctober 3, 2023

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Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua has called upon young people to consider pursuing careers in agriculture-related fields, emphasizing their high availability in today’s job market. Speaking

Agriculture challenges News

NDMA predicts improved drought situation by January

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The National Drought Management Authority (NDMA) predicts an improvement in the drought situation, with the number of people requiring humanitarian assistance expected to decrease to