What Is Bay Leaf? Bay leaf, also known as laurel, is a popular spice renowned for its delicate, herbal taste, commonly used to enhance the flavors of soups and meat dishes. It is predominantly available in the form of dry, whole leaves, although it can also be found as aContinue Reading
In Kenya, tomatoes hold significant value as a commercial crop for horticulture farmers. With a robust market demand, cultivating tomatoes proves to be relatively effortless. It particularly thrives among greenhouse farmers who hold it dear. The key factors contributing to a successful tomato cultivation venture are as follows: Tomatoes thriveContinue Reading
Pawpaw farming in Kenya is primarily carried out in tropical and subtropical climates, as pawpaw plants are not tolerant of freezing temperatures. Papaya fruits, known for their delicious taste, can be grown throughout the year. These fruits are commonly eaten alone or used in salads without the skin. Papayas areContinue Reading
Makueni Governor Mutula Kilonzo Junior expressed the distressing reality faced by mango farmers in Kenya during the National Mango Conference. He condemned the long-standing exploitation, suffering, and neglect endured by these farmers, recounting an incident where a broker boasted about profiting more than them. Farmers from various counties shared theirContinue Reading
The Mwea Irrigation Scheme Located in Kirinyaga County, Kenya, the Mwea Irrigation Settlement Scheme (MIS) has come a long way since its inception in 1954 as a modest 65-acre Tebere section for irrigation farming. Today, it spans across Mwea East and Mwea West sub-counties, covering a vast expanse of 30,050Continue Reading
Fruit flies pose a significant threat to fruit farmers, causing considerable damage to their crops. These tiny insects puncture the skin of fruits to lay their eggs, introducing bacteria from their intestinal flora into the fruit. The presence of these bacteria leads to the decay of the surrounding tissues. OnceContinue Reading
CS Tuya emphasized the importance of nurturing trees, urging Kenyans to develop a plan for tree care. She highlighted the significance of planting a single tree and ensuring its growth to maturity, rather than planting numerous trees without any follow-up. CS Tuya emphasized that such an approach would yield noContinue Reading
Esther Atieno Ochieng showcased her exceptional skills and successfully defended her title at the 19th Kenya National Barista Championships (KNBC) this year. The highly anticipated event took place at Nairobi’s Galleria Mall, where talented baristas from all corners of the country displayed their craft. As a part of the esteemedContinue Reading
From May 16th to 18th, 2023, the inaugural National Mango Conference and Exhibition took place in Makueni County. This significant event brought together representatives from 21 prominent mango-producing counties, including Makueni, Lamu, Machakos, Muranga, Migori, Embu, Meru, Kwale, Lamu, Tana River, Kilifi, Taita Taveta, Elgeyo Marakwet, Kitui, Siaya, Bungoma, Nairobi,Continue Reading