Where are macadamia best grown in Kenya?

Macadamia nuts are mainly grown in the central part of Kenya such as Muranga, Kiambu, Kirinyaga, Embu and Meru. These are the places that the tree was first introduced when…

Groundnut farmers in Nyakach rips big, thanks to researchers

A dusty path off the Katito-Homa Bay road just before Miriu bridge leads the Seeds of Gold to groundnut farms in Koguta village, Kisumu County. We find West Nyakach Ward…

Citrus Fruit farming in Kenya: What you should Know

Growing citrus is a long-term investment, so itโ€™s a good idea to be informed before undertaking this type of farming. These plants are large shrubs or small to moderate-sized trees,…

New seed varieties developed that are more responsive and resilient to climate shocks and stresses.

In a bid to fight food insecurity in Africa, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) in collaboration with research partners has developed seeds that are more responsive and…

How to grow tissue culture bananas for profit – A lesson from Uganda

Thanks to increasing demand and enticing market costs, banana farming is gaining momentum. Most farmers continue to use suckers as planting material as it needs less inputs and therefore the…

HOW TO GROW JACKFRUIT FROM SEED

Learn how to grow jackfruit from seed with this easy to follow DIY gardening guide and you’ll have your own jackfruit tree in no time! Jackfruit is a tropical fruit…