Sweet potatoes can be grown in a wide range of environments with minimal inputs and unlike cereal crops, which have to be harvested at the same time, sweet potatoes can be harvested in piecemeal or stored unharvested in the ground after reaching maturity. They provide many benefits including fodder for animals. Read this and more […]
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As the year comes to an end, we are grateful for the opportunity of knowledge co-creation and sharing we have had so far. The economic situation in the country has worsened as consumers grapple with high cost of living, amid increased taxation and political instability. These challenges require strategies that ensure economic resilience and food
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Dear reader, FARMERS ACROSS THE country are defying the harsh reality of climate change by turning to climate smart agricultural technologies. Through interventions by Biovision Africa Trust’s Farmer Communication Programme, knowledge on agro-ecology is being transferred through trainings at the grassroot with farmers reporting increased production, reduced expenditure on farm inputs, and diversified income-generating activities.
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Here comes the harvesting season, when farmers are expected to reap from their hard work. Despite extreme weather in previous seasons, we are optimistic of good yields. This edition focuses on harvesting and storage techniques for staple foods such as maize and vegetables. We highlight good practice in harvesting maize, new technologies that make threshing
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The wet season is here and as the crops thrive in the farm, we must be prepared to take care of them through timely scouting for any occurring pests and applying techniques that effectively manage them without contaminating the crops or the environment.In this edition we feature a comprehensive article on Integrated Pest management (IPM)
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The wet season is here and as the crops thrive in the farm, we must be prepared to take care of them through timely scouting for any occurring pests and applying techniques that effectively manage them without contaminating the crops or the environment.In this edition we feature a comprehensive article on Integrated Pest management (IPM)
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Dear Reader,Here comes the last edition of this year. As we close the year, TOF Magazine appreciates your collaboration in reading and sharing information featured in our publications. We look forward to continued support in improving livelihoods through learning new ideas and technologies. The rains continue to pour uncertainly and farmers across the country are
TOF Magazine Issue 216 December 2023 Read More »
Dear Reader,THIS MONTH’S EDITION comes packed with insightful articles on a variety of topics ranging from tips to a successful poultry venture; the dos and don’ts of agroforestry establishment and management; the use of ash in making biopesticides among many others. Do you grow the indigenousvegetables in your farm but wonder whether they have any
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