Giant Granadilla passion farming is a promising agricultural practice that is gaining popularity in Kenya. This farming practice involves the cultivation of the Giant Granadilla fruit, which is a tropical fruit that is native to South America. In this article, we will explore the various aspects of Giant Granadilla passion fruit farming in Kenya, including the benefits, challenges, and the […]
Passion fruit farming has risen to popularity in Kenya as a result of the changing consumer tastes and preferences. Most Kenyans are embracing fresh juices, slowly moving away from carbonated soft drinks and thus the passion fruits demand upsurge. The rise has seen many farmers venture into passion fruit cultivation to fulfil the insatiable demand both for export and domestic […]
Passion fruit (Passiflora edulis) is a very profitable crop, but what has stopped many farmers from growing it is the high prevalence of diseases that cause vines to die. The crop requires a well-draining soil rich in organic matter. Lighter soils are the best; black cotton soils can be improved by adding sand and large amounts of compost. Soils rich […]
While pursuing Bachelor’s degree in Business Management and Information Technology (BMIT) at Kabarak University, Patrick Kirui used to source passion fruits from farmers and sell to consumers. He would later graduate in 2018 to start growing his own fruits, a venture which is currently earning him Sh60,000 per month. “I started selling passion fruits in 2014, when I was still […]
I have planted passion fruits but they’re not giving me good harvest. How do I increase the yield? They are about 300 plants and have given around 20kg this season. Cecilia Ndungu Yields progressively decline with time. After three years, the yield drastically reduces and it is advisable to replant the crop. This is especially so in areas with high […]
“Grafted seedlings have a number of advantages that range from tolerance to soil-borne diseases such as fusarium wilt; have vigorous rooting system capable of efficient water and nutrient absorption; long crop economic life span; and higher yields,”. About four kilometres from Sogomo trading centre along the Eldoret-Ziwa road is Kapndani village. Like most parts of Uasin-Gishu County, maize cultivation is […]
While most people are staying at home due to the disruption of day-to-day activities by the Covid-19 pandemic, one couple in Uasin Gishu County is making the best out of it. When schools closed early this year, Edwin Kiprop and Martha Ayabei, both of whom are teachers, have been busy making an extra coin from their farm. The couple ventured […]
Passion fruit Woodiness Virus Passion fruit woodiness virus may affect stressed plants. Distorted growth, such as crinkled, yellow leaves and woody fruit are a sign of woodiness virus. There is no control but vines may recover once they’re fertilized and watered. If plants are more than a few years old, plant new vines. Fruits Are Bumpy or Malformed Passion fruit […]