How crop failure jolted Kiambu farmer to develop ingenious AI solution

What started as a painful farming experience in Thika, Kiambu County, has now evolved into one of Kenya’s most accessible and promising agri-tech innovations.

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Don't cut the hand that feeds us: Farmers sound alarm on tax bill

Farmers warn new taxes will worsen already high production costs. Experts call for urgent, practical financing to boost food security efforts.

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From backyard to business: How one cow led this couple into dairy farming success

“When my wife and I received a cow from my father-in-law shortly after we got married, we didn’t know it would change our lives.

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Comesa pushes for harmonised seed regulations

Harmonisation of seed policies across Africa has been cited as a game-changer in improving seed production, reliability, and trade. 

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Youth sees past visual impairment to build rabbit breeding venture

At first glance, Kamau Kalisto’s bustling rabbit farm in Kimende town, Lari Sub-county, Kiambu County, looks like any other successful agribusiness enterprise.

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Lobbies laud ban on toxic pesticides, urge stronger oversight

A coalition of civil society organisations has lauded the government's recent decision to ban over 50 highly hazardous pesticides.

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Kiambu youth sees past visual impairment to build rabbit breeding enterprise

Behind the wooden cages and feeding troughs lies a remarkable story—Kamau, the founder and manager of Kamau Rabbit Farm, is visually impaired.

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Proposed taxes to hit smallholder farmers hard, lobby warns

KENAFF has raised the alarm over several proposals in the Finance Bill, 2025, warning that the changes could cripple smallholder farmers and undo recent gains in the agricultural sector. 

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Burnt Forest farmer ushers in a new era of post-harvest management

Unlike traditional stores, agriGHALA offers farmers access to secure, certified warehouses—free from pests, moisture, and loss.

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Farmers demand sector reforms, warn against budget proposals

The Kenya National Farmers’ Federation(KENAFF) urges the Government to rethink tax proposals, push for comprehensive Agricultural reforms.

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Farmers lead the charge in greening the Tana Delta

Over the next three decades, more than 28,000 hectares will be earmarked for diverse land uses—all guided by sustainable practices and community-led governance.

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New deal to boost sustainable farming in Africa and the Americas

New deal to boost sustainable farming in Africa and the Americas.

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From maize to sunflower: How Siaya farmers are cashing in on a new cash crop

While maize remains essential for food security,  sunflower farming is emerging as a game-changer for commercial agriculture in Siaya.

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How crop failure jolted Kiambu farmer to develop ingenious AI solution

What started as a painful farming experience in Thika, Kiambu County, has now evolved into one of Kenya’s most accessible and promising agri-tech innovations.

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Don't cut the hand that feeds us: Farmers sound alarm on tax bill

Farmers warn new taxes will worsen already high production costs. Experts call for urgent, practical financing to boost food security efforts.

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From backyard to business: How one cow led this couple into dairy farming success

“When my wife and I received a cow from my father-in-law shortly after we got married, we didn’t know it would change our lives.

By 2 months ago

Comesa pushes for harmonised seed regulations

Harmonisation of seed policies across Africa has been cited as a game-changer in improving seed production, reliability, and trade. 

By 2 months ago

Youth sees past visual impairment to build rabbit breeding venture

At first glance, Kamau Kalisto’s bustling rabbit farm in Kimende town, Lari Sub-county, Kiambu County, looks like any other successful agribusiness enterprise.

By 2 months ago

Lobbies laud ban on toxic pesticides, urge stronger oversight

A coalition of civil society organisations has lauded the government's recent decision to ban over 50 highly hazardous pesticides.

By 2 months ago

Kiambu youth sees past visual impairment to build rabbit breeding enterprise

Behind the wooden cages and feeding troughs lies a remarkable story—Kamau, the founder and manager of Kamau Rabbit Farm, is visually impaired.

By 2 months ago

Proposed taxes to hit smallholder farmers hard, lobby warns

KENAFF has raised the alarm over several proposals in the Finance Bill, 2025, warning that the changes could cripple smallholder farmers and undo recent gains in the agricultural sector. 

By 2 months ago

Burnt Forest farmer ushers in a new era of post-harvest management

Unlike traditional stores, agriGHALA offers farmers access to secure, certified warehouses—free from pests, moisture, and loss.

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Farmers demand sector reforms, warn against budget proposals

The Kenya National Farmers’ Federation(KENAFF) urges the Government to rethink tax proposals, push for comprehensive Agricultural reforms.

By 3 months ago

Farmers lead the charge in greening the Tana Delta

Over the next three decades, more than 28,000 hectares will be earmarked for diverse land uses—all guided by sustainable practices and community-led governance.

By 3 months ago

New deal to boost sustainable farming in Africa and the Americas

New deal to boost sustainable farming in Africa and the Americas.

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From maize to sunflower: How Siaya farmers are cashing in on a new cash crop

While maize remains essential for food security,  sunflower farming is emerging as a game-changer for commercial agriculture in Siaya.

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How crop failure jolted Kiambu farmer to develop ingenious AI solution

What started as a painful farming experience in Thika, Kiambu County, has now evolved into one of Kenya’s most accessible and promising agri-tech innovations.

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Don't cut the hand that feeds us: Farmers sound alarm on tax bill

Farmers warn new taxes will worsen already high production costs. Experts call for urgent, practical financing to boost food security efforts.

By 2 months ago

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From backyard to business: How one cow led this couple into dairy farming success

“When my wife and I received a cow from my father-in-law shortly after we got married, we didn’t know it would change our lives.

By 2 months ago

Comesa pushes for harmonised seed regulations

Harmonisation of seed policies across Africa has been cited as a game-changer in improving seed production, reliability, and trade. 

By 2 months ago

Youth sees past visual impairment to build rabbit breeding venture

At first glance, Kamau Kalisto’s bustling rabbit farm in Kimende town, Lari Sub-county, Kiambu County, looks like any other successful agribusiness enterprise.

By 2 months ago

Lobbies laud ban on toxic pesticides, urge stronger oversight

A coalition of civil society organisations has lauded the government's recent decision to ban over 50 highly hazardous pesticides.

By 2 months ago

Kiambu youth sees past visual impairment to build rabbit breeding enterprise

Behind the wooden cages and feeding troughs lies a remarkable story—Kamau, the founder and manager of Kamau Rabbit Farm, is visually impaired.

By 2 months ago

Proposed taxes to hit smallholder farmers hard, lobby warns

KENAFF has raised the alarm over several proposals in the Finance Bill, 2025, warning that the changes could cripple smallholder farmers and undo recent gains in the agricultural sector. 

By 2 months ago

Burnt Forest farmer ushers in a new era of post-harvest management

Unlike traditional stores, agriGHALA offers farmers access to secure, certified warehouses—free from pests, moisture, and loss.

By 3 months ago

Farmers demand sector reforms, warn against budget proposals

The Kenya National Farmers’ Federation(KENAFF) urges the Government to rethink tax proposals, push for comprehensive Agricultural reforms.

By 3 months ago

Farmers lead the charge in greening the Tana Delta

Over the next three decades, more than 28,000 hectares will be earmarked for diverse land uses—all guided by sustainable practices and community-led governance.

By 3 months ago

New deal to boost sustainable farming in Africa and the Americas

New deal to boost sustainable farming in Africa and the Americas.

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From maize to sunflower: How Siaya farmers are cashing in on a new cash crop

While maize remains essential for food security,  sunflower farming is emerging as a game-changer for commercial agriculture in Siaya.

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How crop failure jolted Kiambu farmer to develop ingenious AI solution

What started as a painful farming experience in Thika, Kiambu County, has now evolved into one of Kenya's most accessible and promising agri-tech innovations.

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