PLANT PARASTIC NEMATODE (PPN) FACT SHEET Introduction Nematodes are worm-shaped non segmented, nearly microscopic animals; many are virtually invisible to…
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Affordable Drip-line for smallholder farmers in Kenya
by admin July 30, 2019Drip irrigation is the key to sustainable agriculture. FarmLINK is pleased to introduce to you the newly simplified and affordable drip…
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Tuta absoluta (Lepidoptera gelechiidae), also called Tomato leaf miner, is a highly destructive insect pest to tomato plants. I understand …
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KEBS tightens noose on food additives and appropriate labelling
by admin July 1, 2019The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has embarked on a nationwide crackdown that seeks to cushion Kenyans from consumption of…
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At the close of the harvesting season in April, farmers sold macadamia nuts at Sh220 per kilo, making it one…
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Potato farmers in five counties to access certified planting material
by admin June 17, 2019Mechanized harvesting of Certified Potato Seed Variety at Agrico East Africa. The firm which sits on a 1,300-acre farm…
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The greatest disappointment any farmer may encounter is when his leafy vegetables prematurely flower. Instead of using its energy reserves…
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The recent signing of a trade deal between Kenya and China, which will see the country export more avocados to…
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The Consequences of Early 2019 Prolonged Drought to the Kenyan Economy
by admin May 28, 2019Earlier this year, the entire country faced unexpected shortages of rain that greatly shook the agricultural sector. Everyone felt the…
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Growers and other players in supply chain expected to sell and buy produce only at designated centres Potato farmers, processors…