Potatoes farming in Kenya- Is it Really profitable

Are you wondering if potato farming in Kenya is really profitable? In this analysis, we will look at the estimated revenues, costs, and profits you can get for growing the Shangi potato variety using the cost and benefit analysis. The guide concludes with tips to deal with the challenges of potato farming in Kenya. Potato…

Agrinews 254: Top Agribusiness News this Week

What happened in the agriculture and food industry in Kenya, Africa and the world last week? This blog post will highlight the top and agribusiness news and headlines . In April week of 4th to 11th 2021 the following were four trending headlines from agriculture and business news. Eat’N’Go enters Kenya’s Market Contaminated chicken and…

Ultimate Guide to the Best Fertilizers for Every Crop in Kenya

Most farmers believe that using more fertilizer leads to bigger harvests—but what if I told you that the secret isn’t in using more, but in using the right amount? In fact, applying the wrong fertilizer rates could be costing you money and reducing your yields! Fertilizer application rate refers to the precise amount of fertilizer…

Best agribusiness ideas for Kenyans in diaspora

Around 4 million Kenyans work and study in the diaspora. Some of them can be successful investors in the food and agriculture industry back at home. But which are the best ideas they can invest their money, time and effort considering they are absent from the country most times of the year? This article will…

How to Run the Best Vegetable Garden for kids

Looking for a fun and educational way to keep your kids busy? How about starting a small vegetable garden right at home? Growing their own vegetables is not only a hands-on way to learn about nature and responsibility, but it also provides an exciting opportunity to contribute to the family’s food supply. Whether you have…

Where to buy the Best Quality fertilizer in Kenya

Are you looking for the best quality fertilizer for sale in Kenya? This post will give you a list of fertilizer companies in Kenya. They include Yara, MEA and Copia. They are in the business of making and/ or distributing foliar, chemical and organic fertilizer in the region. The fertilizers are fit for planting and…

Tips for profitable maize farming in Kenya

This article explores the challenges maize farming in Kenya farmers must overcome to make profits. It gives some solutions to mitigate the worst risks at the end of this post. An example is soil testing and crop insurance to deal with the challenges of soil acidity and frequent droughts. You cannot make profits in corn…