In Kenya, I’ve found eggplant farming to be very promising. It’s known as biringanya here. It’s a great way to make money and feed many families. The weather and soil in Kenya are perfect for growing eggplants. This makes farming them very successful. James Mwenda from Meru County grows eggplants on a small plot. He … Read more
As a Kenyan farmer, I’ve enjoyed the benefits of growing potatoes for years. This crop is not just a source of income. It also helps feed my community. Potatoes are very important in Kenya, second only to maize. The demand for potatoes in Kenya is growing fast. This is because more people are moving to … Read more
As a Kenyan, I’m excited to share insights about the lucrative world of garlic farming. Known locally as ‘kitunguu saumu’, garlic is a key part of our cuisine. It’s in high demand locally and internationally. In fact, 80% of the garlic in Kenya comes from China and India. This shows a big chance for local … Read more
I love gardening and the health benefits of avocados. In Kenya, the avocado industry is booming. The country is the 6th biggest avocado producer worldwide. This makes avocado farming a very profitable business in Kenya. Avocados are not just tasty; they’re also super healthy. They’re full of fiber, good fats, vitamins, and minerals. This makes … Read more
As a Kenyan farmer, I’ve always been intrigued by sorghum. It’s a drought-tolerant cereal crop that thrives in our semi-arid regions. Sorghum is the world’s fifth most important cereal grain. Africa is the largest producer, making up one-third of global production. In Kenya, sorghum is grown in areas with low, erratic rainfall and high temperatures. … Read more
Rabbit farming is growing fast in Kenya. It’s a good way to make animal protein. Rabbits eat cheap food like forages and leftovers from the kitchen. They use food better than cattle and sheep. A doe can have up to 40 babies a year. This makes rabbit farming a good business. Key Takeaways Rabbit farming … Read more
In Kenya, the dairy industry is growing fast. Our cows make over 3.5 billion liters of milk every year. This makes us a big player in Africa’s milk production. The need for dairy products keeps going up. This is because more people live in cities, eat different foods, and know how important a balanced diet … Read more
In Kenya, I’ve seen the aquaculture industry grow a lot. It now makes up about 1% of the country’s agricultural GDP. The main fish farmed are tilapia, catfish, and ornamental fish. They meet different needs in the Kenyan market. Kenya now produces 24,000 metric tons of fish every year. Tilapia is the most common fish … Read more
As a Kenyan farmer, I’m thrilled to share the amazing chance of cocoa farming in our country. In 2020, our government started growing cocoa to diversify our crops. This has changed the game for many farmers, including me. The cocoa industry in Kenya is just starting, but the government’s move to give 40,000 seedlings to … Read more
I love beekeeping and find Kenya’s apiculture world fascinating. Beekeeping has been around in Kenya for thousands of years. Indigenous groups like the Okiek started handling bees around 2000BC. Today, beekeeping in Kenya is booming. It’s not just a way to make money. It’s also a way to protect nature. Bees are very important in … Read more