From Mauritius to Kenya: How Kawsar Koodaruth is impacting lives in foreign territories
She started the Mount View Care Home project in Mauritius in 2017 and got the home operating in 2021. She is the Director of the facility.
Ms. Koodaruth aims to break patterns chaining farmers in...
Food Insecurity: Climate resilient practices key in combating shortage
Despite growing old by the day, he never failed to provide for his family, always plowing in good time and planting crops to boost the family’s food basket.
He says that despite being an experienced...
AI in Agriculture: How Kenyan farmers benefit from PlantVillage Nuru app
The adoption of AI in Kenyan agriculture began to gain traction in the early 21st century when farmers and researchers started exploring its potential benefits.
The App uses TensorFlow image detection technology to identify objects...
An overview of food and nutrition security in Kenya
Availability, access, utilization, and stability act as the four cornerstones of food security.
The ongoing Russia-Ukraine war is disrupting supply chains and further affecting the prices of grain, fertilizer, and energy.
Unavailability of food, inadequate health...
Agriculture and the Kenyan economy: Road to recovery
In Kenya, the agricultural sector comprises six subsectors: industrial crops, food crops, horticulture, livestock, fisheries and forestry.
Positively transforming agriculture is crucial to growing the economy and alleviating poverty.
It has been said that apart from...
AGRIBUSINESS: Why pineapple farming is an economic game changer
Pineapple farming in Africa is a significant agricultural activity.
Pineapples take about 12-24 months to reach maturity, depending on the variety.
Collaboration between farmers, researchers, extension services, and relevant stakeholders is crucial in overcoming possible challenges...
How Zaida is recycling waste into wealth through black soldier farming
By utilizing the larvae of black soldier flies as a substitute for conventional feed ingredients and converting organic waste into fertilizers rich in nutrients, this farming method effectively turns waste into a valuable resource.
The...
Why banana farming may be Africa’s strategic move to fight hunger
Bananas are one of the most widely consumed fruits globally and are known for their sweet taste and high nutritional value.
They are a good source of essential nutrients such as potassium, vitamin C, vitamin...
Parachichi Center credited for a shift to avocado farming in Uasin Gishu
For ages, farmers in Uasin Gishu County have been known for large-scale maize farming.
Parachichi Centre decided to venture into avocado farming to diversify the farmers.
As the lead avocado producer in Uasin Gishu, Parachichi Centre...
Magdalene’s successful journey from local vendor to owning tomato depot
Shifting from mitumba business, she started her tomato supplying business in 2020.
She handpicked a group of hardworking and committed employees who shared her vision and values.
To succeed, she encourages people to work as hard...
