Not long ago, a friend of mine returned from Meru region carrying something I had only ever heard about but never seen with my own eyes — mawele, or pearl millet. In Busia, we’re no… Pearl Millet in Busia: My Experiment with Mawele Farming
Most farmers view swampy or waterlogged land as wasted space. It’s often left idle, overgrown with reeds, or used for grazing animals. Yet, with the right approach, swampy land can be a goldmine. Wetlands are… 10 Best Crops to Grow in Swampy Land (and How to Profit from Wetlands) up
Not long ago, a neighbor came to borrow my knapsack sprayer. It was already midday, the sun high in the sky. Curious, I asked, “When are you spraying?” His answer was quick: “Right now.” He… Pesticide Safety for Farmers: Best Time to Spray, Protective Gear, and Handling Tips
Napier grass (Pennisetum purpureum) is one of the most important fodder crops for dairy and livestock farmers in Africa and beyond. It is fast-growing, high-yielding, and can be harvested several times a year, making it… Napier Grass: Establishment, Management and Utilization
Learn how to grow lettuce in Kenya: climate needs, step-by-step farming, pest control, uses, and health benefits for better yields and profits.
In recent months in this region, I’ve witnessed an increase of young farmers getting involved in growing of traditional cereal and root foods. In the past, the few young people who had ventured into farming… Sesame Farming: one expensive mistake new farmers make
Yesterday on my way to another family member’s funeral meeting — a cousin lost a son in a grizzly road accident in Narok — I took a shortcut, crossing River Sio on a small rickety… How to make money from Vegetable Seedlings
Onion farming in Kenya has been gaining momentum over the years, with more people—especially the youth—venturing into this promising agricultural space. It’s easy to see why: onions are in high demand year-round, and with proper… Smart Onion Farming in Kenya: Timing Your Crop for Better Profits
In the fertile soils of Western Kenya, particularly in Busia County, thrives a humble yet powerful crop that has fed generations and holds untapped economic promise — the Chimbande, known scientifically as the Bambara groundnut… Chimbande: Western Kenya’s Hidden Nut Treasure
I love eating pumpkins, and at first I hated the pumpkin leaves soup, especially when taken with ugali but then COVID-19 happened and then everything changed, and now I’m eating them like no one’s business.… Growing pumpkins: seed preparation
