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Evergrow Organic Fertilizer: Nurturing Crops and Boosting Yields
As horticultural farmers, you understand the importance of producing high-quality crops to meet the demands of both local and international markets. That’s why we are ... Read More
Mega Pack (K) Ltd; 15 Years of GOING BEYOND THE BOX
With over 15 years since setting up their factory, this is a scintillating story of resilience, innovation, and passion that has defined Mega pack (K) Limited. The corrugated board manufacturing company is based in Nakuru and specializes in a wide variety of high-quality boxes. The company is an idea that ... Read More
Not so rosy Valentine due to low production and deceptive weather patterns
In 2010, in the vibrant Njoro town one of the epicenters of the expansive Great Rift Valley Nakuru County, a farming idea named Bliss Flora Ltd was hatched to grow and export single head premium roses. Bliss Flora Ltd has now metamorphosized into a flower production powerhouse that includes 36 ... Read More
Kithekani Farm, a resilience zeal and quest for successful fruit and vegetable farming
In Machakos County, Misuuni village, a farming revolution has taken shape being spearheaded by Kavita Ndolo a graduate civil engineer, who has transformed over 10 acres of family land into an agricultural haven. His journey to farming dates back to 5 years ago while working in Nairobi and cultivating crops ... Read More
Value addition at Greenleaf Veggies addressing food insecurity
One of the major contributors to food scarcity in the country has been massive post-harvest losses that occur due to lack of value addition and inadequate cold chain facilities. Food Agriculture Organization’s (FAO 2021) report on food loss assessments, approximates that Kenya losses between 20 – 50% of its agricultural ... Read More
FROM THE ARCHIVES
Flower industry fraternity meet in Netherlands for the International Floriculture Trade Fair
Flowers growers, buyers, traders and suppliers met in November for the 12th edition of the International Floriculture Trade Fair (IFTF) held at Vijfhuizen, Netherlands and ... Read More
Farmers embrace smart insurance to insulate against climate shocks
In Kenya, 80 per cent of farmers are smallholders. However, despite the critical role they play in providing food for the nation, these farmers face ... Read More
Brussels Airport presents Flower Perishable Logistics Africa conferences in Nairobi
Kenyan capital city Nairobi will once again host the popular Flower and Perishable Logistics Africa conferences this year on November 23 and 24. While Flower ... Read More
Naivasha Horticultural Fair 2022, a tremendous success
The 18th edition of the Naivasha Horticultural Fair, Naivasha HortiFair, kicked off amid fervor and fanfare as industry players congregated to interact, network and showcase ... Read More
Flower farms taps new innovation to turn waste into clean energy
As Kenyan flower farms grapple with managing waste from discarded flowers and high energy costs to power operations, a new innovation is providing the solution ... Read More
Farming Cherry Tomato, a unique high value crop with good returns
There is this sensational and unique crop that has not been exploited by many farmers though it has been in the farming circles for a ... Read More
Plant clinics Tame Pests & Diseases, Boost Yields
In one corner of the busy Wangige market, an agricultural officer converses with an old man. The officer has a pair of scissors on one ... Read More
Chinese market opens up to Kenyan avocados
The signing of two protocols between Kenya and China early in the year to facilitate export of avocados and aquatic products have opened the doors ... Read More
THE ABC OF COVER CROPS
By Ruth Vaughun In my last article we delt with the many benefits of cover crops and how they can really help improve soil health, ... Read More
Kenyan fresh produce exporters train their eyes on the lucrative UAE market
As Kenya looks to diversify its export destinations for horticultural produce from the traditional European Union market, the United Arab Emirates is emerging as a ... Read More