Day: May 22, 2025

As the March-May long rains season draws to a close, farmers in dryland areas of Kenya are being advised to transition toward post-rain soil conservation and water harvesting. The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) recommends resilient farming strategies to optimize residual moisture and enhance productivity during the dry season. Seasonal Wrap-Up and Planning: …

End-of-Season Farming Tips for Dryland Regions as Long Rains Taper Off in KenyaRead More

In a major move to resurrect Kenya’s once-vibrant cotton sector, the government has rolled out a strategic plan involving the distribution of certified cotton seeds, revitalization of rural ginneries, and facilitation of ready markets for smallholder farmers. This initiative aims to shift cotton from a neglected crop to a viable cash crop, especially in arid …

Reviving Kenya’s Cotton Industry: Government Launches Certified Seed Distribution and Ginneries UpgradeRead More

The State Department of Livestock Development, represented by Dr Monica Olala, has recommended that for sustainability and adequate food security, Turkana and other counties should choose flowering plants that are native and are pollinator-friendly to the region. Dr Olala was speaking in Lodwar during the 7th edition of the World Bee Day celebrations. Turkana County …

Apiculture yields Sh19.23 billion in GDPRead More

In a major policy shift, the Kenyan Government has announced plans to include traditional and underutilized crops such as sorghum, millet, pigeon peas, and green grams in the National Grain Reserve. Previously dominated by maize and wheat, the strategic reserves are being diversified to improve food security and promote climate-smart agriculture. Why the Shift? Traditional …

National Grain Reserves to Include Traditional Crops: A Policy Shift to Promote Crop DiversityRead More

A breakthrough in maize breeding is set to revolutionize food security in Kenya’s drought-prone regions. The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) in partnership with the International Maize and Wheat Improvement Center (CIMMYT) has launched DH09, a drought-resistant maize hybrid specifically bred for arid and semi-arid lands (ASALs). Key Features of DH09: Matures in …

Kenyan Farmers Set to Benefit from New Drought-Resistant Maize Hybrid, DH09Read More