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Farmers in Makueni embrace organic farming.

By Caroline Mwendwa The desire to produce high yields despite the overwhelming challenge of pests and unhealthy soils that constantly require inputs to produce, has led farmers to engage in chemical overuse, which is raising concerns over human health. As non-communicable disease incidences rise, it is time to rethink the approaches used in food production.

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Safe production of tomatoes: A concept turning into reality in Kirinyaga

Dr Shepard Ndlela Tomato production is a nightmare in most parts of Kenya’s leading tomato producing areas such as Kirinyaga, Taita Taveta and Kajiado. There is so much hope when farmers transplant seedlings into the traditional open field production field system. Sometimes the newly transplanted seedlings establish successfully, offering a glimmer of hope to farmers

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Laikipia farmers reaping from locusts through value addition projects

By Agnes Aineah Charles Oino, a resident of Rumuruti in Laikipia County watched helplessly as swarms of locusts landed on trees in his compound some time last year. There had been news allover of the destructive insects that had invaded farms in various parts of the country, leaving farmers with massive losses. Mr. Oino knew

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Identifying common nutrient deficiencies in your crops and how to address them

Nutrient deficiencies can easily be confused with symptoms of diseases or physical factors. A keen eye on your crops will enable you to identify these common deficiencies and address them before losses are incurred. Maize Maize has a high requirement for nutrients especially nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P) and potassium (K). Nitrogen deficiency in maize presents as pale green leaves, stunting

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Techniques for soil water management in the farm to improve crop productivity.

Soil water management is a critical aspect in land cultivation. Farmers practice various techniques in soil water management. Whether contour bunding/ creating furrows, building terraces, molding ridges, or compartmental bunding, the most important guiding factor in choosing the right soil conservation measure, is your purpose.  There are no practices of soil water management that would

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