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By Caroline Mwendwa Regenerative farming in Makueni County has unlocked the potential of agriculture, creating not only a surplus for home consumption in areas where food scarcity was prevalent but also opening agribusiness opportunities for small-scale farmers. ENVIU in collaboration with Biovision Africa Trust, launched the regenerative project in Makueni County in 2022. Three years

By Raymond Ng’etich In Kenya, the transition to cleaner, more efficient energy sources is no longer confined to towns and cities; it is rapidly gaining momentum in rural villages as well. Across the countryside, traditional fuels such as charcoal, firewood, and kerosene are steadily being replaced by biogas, a renewable, affordable, and environmentally friendly alternative.

By Dr Esther Nduku Good nutrition is essential for the growth, development, and well-being of every family member. However, modern dietary patterns have increasingly replaced traditional, nutrient-rich indigenous foods with highly processed options, contributing to rising cases of malnutrition, obesity, and diet-related diseases. Studies have shown that traditional diets are often more sustainable and nutritionally

ByVincent Kipyegon A MULTI-STOREY KITCHEN garden is a type of vertical farming technique used for growing fruits and vegetables in limited spaces. It entails building multi-level farms using stacked gardens in vertical models. A multi-storey kitchen garden can be set up in fields, on balconies, or in house yards. They are essential in reducing poverty

By Erdly Agona The world marked World Bee Day on May 20th, with TOF Radio airing several talk shows aimed at raising awareness of good beekeeping practices and highlighting their importance forfood security and environmental health. These shows attracted numerous listener questions, underscoring the public’s interest in understanding that bees are not just kept for

ByVincent Kipyegon THE DISRUPTION OF evolving technology has impacted all sectors of our daily lives, and as it continues to evolve, technology keeps boosting production at work. Artificial intelligence, referred to as AI, is an emerging technology consisting of computer programs that mimic human-level intelligence in learning, reasoning, and problem-solving capabilities AI tools are available

By Erdly Agona IN JULY 2024, Pure Plant Organics, in partnership with Shambah Solutions, launched a portable soil testing kit called the Shambah Assistant to address the challenges faced by small-scale farmers across Kenya. Designed to deliver results in just 15 minutes, the device uses a mobile app to test for soil nutrients and provide

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By Miriam Muiruri WHEN YOU ASK any farmer in Kenya why they farm, the answer is usually quick and straightforward: “To earn an income.” Farming remains the backbone of Kenya’s rural economy, and for most smallholder farmers, it is their primary source of livelihood. Yet, many farmers continue to struggle to make meaningful profits from