Maize and Beans are the two most common crops in the country, in this issue we feature some of the Maize and Beans Variety suitable for the short rain season. The key to realizing better yields starts with the selection of the right seed for your region as the quality of seeds determines […]
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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
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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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The year 2022 has been riddled with major changes in the country that are of importance to the farmer. The major one being the change of government following general elections held in the month of August, and the many decisions made impacting on actors in the agricultural sector. Furtherfrom the global incidents that have led
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By Patrick Maundu Introduction Kenya held its first Indigenous Seeds and Food Culture Harvest Fair at the National Museums of Kenya in October 2022. In this fair issues of traditional seed conservation, biopiracy and the threat to local seeds by genetically modified (GM) were discussed both in plenary and in a seed and traditional food
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By Mary Mutisya Terere, lidodo, alika or muchicha are the common names used for amaranth (Amaranthus viridis) among different communities in Kenya. Amaranth is a fast-growing annual crop belonging to the amaranthacea family. Over seventy species of amaranth have been documented to date, being grouped as vegetables, grains, or ornaments. For vegetable, the two most
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