Kenyan farmers are realizing how profitable avocados can get.At the peak of production, a single mature avocado tree can produce 70 to 100 kg of fruits per year. The Hass variety is particularly preferred mainly for export market as the prices and demand are higher. In 2019, Kenya exported 60,000 tonnes of avocadoes with Holland […]
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he African Cassava Mosaic Disease (CMD) is widespread in Africa and causes up to 90 per cent yield losses. It is caused by cassava mosaic geminiviruses and spreads through infected cuttings, whiteflies (Bemisiatabaci), and occasionally, through farm tools. The disease affects leaves at the vegetative growth stage. Symptoms Leaves become distorted and growth is stunted. It occurs
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It is common among farmers to focus all attention on the lactating cows and the bare minimum to the calf. This should however not be the case for any farmer who wants to improve production in the long run. Ensure that your calves start off healthy as this is going to determine the productivity of
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The mango, (Mangifera indica Linnaeus) is a popular fruit that is rich in vitamins and essential minerals. It is commonly consumed as a fresh fruit, but can also be processed into powder or pulp. One of the major challenges facing mango farmers is pest infestation which cuts down the yields leading to huge losses. There
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Amaranth sprouts freely as a weed, and continues to gain popularity, especially in Europe, where it has been categorised as a superfood. This annual, fast-growing plant, popular in many rural homes in Kenya, has over 70 species, which are used as vegetables, grains, and to create attractive ornaments. Amaranth is rich in magnesium, phosphorus, calcium,
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Pumpkins are delicious and versatile fruits. Their sweet flavour, mashy texture and nutritious value make them a favourite for many mothers weaning their babies. The highly nutritious fruit that comes in a variety of colours, is a vine plant in the squash family that produces edible fruit, leaves, and seeds. It can stretch to over
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Using these recipes, almost all types of common garden pests can be taken care of. Liquid dishwashing soap (organically prepared) in most recipes can help the pesticide to stick to the plant and the soil around it. POWDERY MILDEW CONTROL Mildew is rampant when it is cold. Therefore, farmers should ensure that they spray the
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Goats and sheep were the earliest domesticated animals in human history. Goat milk not only fetches a higher price than cow milk, it is also more nutritious.Dairy goat keeping is lucrative for farmers moving away from traditional dairy cow rearing. Currently, Kenya’s dairy sub-sector contributes about eight per cent of the Gross Domestic Product (GDP)
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Most people will throw away the messy remnants from burning firewood, including the ash. It is because they do not know that what they consider as waste can be beneficial in their farms. Ash, especially for an organic farmer, is a very important asset. There are many types of ashes but the ash from wood
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Coriander, also known as dhania or Cilantro, is a multipurpose crop used in cooking in many Kenyan households. Coriander is majorly grown for leaves, but some farmers extend this to produce seeds. Dhania is used to make kachumbari, a popular accompaniment for Kenyan meals or can be chopped up and added to stews, vegetable salads,
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