By Pauline Mundia NON-COMMUNICABLE DISEASES (NCDs) are emerging as a critical health challenge in Kenya, contributing to a noticeable increase in both illness and mortality rates. In 2019, NCDs caused 119,958 deaths, which represents the highest figure recorded since 2011, ...

By Dr Ann Wachira Consumption of chicken products is higher in urban areas due to increasing urbanization, higher incomes, and the convenience and accessibility of chicken products, particularly eggs. Despite the rise in production, processing and value addition remain low, ...

By Dr Jesse Kagai Biogas is a product of a process where micro-organisms decompose organic matter in the absence of oxygen. This organic matter can come from diff erent sources, e.g. animal manure, agricultural residues and by-products and food waste ...

By Esther Mwanth Tree planting is a practice that is encouraged due to its myriad benefits. In Kenya, there are various initiatives and policies that have been formulated to promote agroforestry and protect natural resources such as water sources and ...

By Leah Munala Water is an important natural resource in sustaining life for plants and animals. However ,its inequitable distribution has led to the exploitation of alternative sources. Harvested water plays a crucial role in both agricultural production and domestic ...