Kenya hosts13th World Potato Congress
For the first time in history, the global potato community will gather in East Africa as Kenya hosts the 13th World Potato Congress (WPC) 2026, marking a milestone not only for the country's agricultural sector but for the entire continent. The Event will be held in Naivasha from 26th to 30th October, bringing together researchers, farmers, policymakers, technology providers, processors and agribusiness leaders from around the world, the congress is expected to position Kenya at the centre of global conversations on the future of potatoes. Behind this achievement lies years of planning, negotiations and determination. ... Read More
Climate-Smart Farming Drives Growth in Cabbage Production
IN the fertile plains of South Kinangop Kimna farm has spent the last ten years refining cabbage farming into a consistent agribusiness. By reducing reliance on rainfall and aligning production with market demand. The farm has shifted from opportunistic growing to a more predictable and profitable system According to farm ... Read More
Why Crop Protection Matters in Today’s Farming Systems
Jayprakash Narayan Kale of Simba farm, AAA growers. He has years and wealth of experience in agronomy, farm management, integrated crop protection systems, among others. Behind every healthy harvest lies a constant battle against pests, diseases, climate stress, and rising market demands. In modern agriculture, crop protection has become far ... Read More
Tomato Prices Surge as Farmers Scale Back Production
In Kenya today, the tomato has become more than just a staple food. It is a quiet symbol of the fragile balance between survival and profit, abundance and scarcity. In the markets, Tomatoes are expensive such that consumers flinch at market stalls. Yet beyond the market stalls, farmers face a ... Read More
Naivasha Horticultural Fair Gears Up as Industry Momentum Builds
The Naivasha Horticultural Fair (NHF) continues to stand as one of Kenya’s most influential agricultural trade platforms, drawing together growers, exporters, researchers, input suppliers, and policymakers from across the global horticulture value chain. Set against the backdrop of Naivasha’s flower-growing belt, the fair has grown steadily over the years into ... Read More
FROM THE ARCHIVES
Kisima Flowers Marks 25 Years of Growth, Integrity, and Innovation
Kisima Flowers workers celebrates achieving Kenya Flower Council's highest accreditation the Gold Standard. Kisima places strong emphasis on employees welfare In the deep fertile highlands ... Read More
What It Takes to Last a Quarter-Century in Flowers – A Conversation with Kisima’s GM
As Kisima Flowers celebrates 25 years of growth and transformation, the farm stands as one of Kenya’s most enduring success stories in floriculture. From its ... Read More
Baraka Roses At 15 Making Life Beautiful
At dawn in the cool highlands of Nyandarua County, at an altitude of 2,250 metres above sea level, before the first truck leaves for Nairobi ... Read More
Despite the Challenges, Kenya Flower Industry Remains Resilient
Kenya Flower industry’s resilience is undeniable. In 2025, floriculture generated approximately KES 110 billion in export earnings maintaining Kenya’s position as Africa’s leading flower exporter ... Read More
Syngenta Launches SEGOVIS® FLORA for Kenya’s Rose Growers
As Kenyan rose growers continue to battle rising cases of downy mildew, Syngenta has introduced a new fungicide solution, SEGOVIS® FLORA, to the local market. ... Read More
First Kenyan Shipment Enters China Under New Zero-Tariff Deal
Kenya is positioning itself for a major breakthrough in agricultural exports following the implementation of the new zero-tariff trade agreement with China that officially took ... Read More
Kenya Launches WAF Country Council to Pioneer AI and Bioengineering in Agriculture
Kenya has officially launched the World Agriculture Forum (WAF) Country Council, a strategic move designed to accelerate the transformation of the nation’s agriculture sector by ... Read More
Kenya’s Flower Exports Hit by Middle East Conflict Disruptions
Kenya’s flower industry is facing a deepening crisis as escalating conflict in the Middle East disrupts critical export routes, driving up costs and threatening thousands ... Read More
Azali Roses Reports Positive Start with Bahati Variety
Azali Roses, a high-altitude rose grower in Kenya, is seeing promising early results with the variety Bahati®, developed by Genviv and represented by De Ruiter. ... Read More
Industry and Government Unite to Strengthen Kenya’s Flower Sector
The Kenya Flower Council (KFC) has intensified its call for stronger and more consistent government support, underscoring the floriculture sector’s critical role in Kenya’s economy. ... Read More