Agribyte: MbeguChoice, A Free Seed selection App
Learn how the Mbeguchoice an online seed selection platform in Kenya works and its Benefits for different users like farmers, agro-dealers and extension officers.
Tagged: Crops
How profitable is spinach farming in Kenya?
Spinach is a common leafy vegetable in the East African region. It’s widely marketed in all her urban markets and is consumed cooked, raw or its juice extracted and drank as a herbal tea. The...
9 Reasons why quality pesticides are not working on your farm
Crop protection is necessary to get quality yields. Farmers use different means of pest control, including applying pesticides, integrated pest management (IPM) practises and biological pest control products to destroy pests. Pesticide use is one...
How to select good planting seeds for your farm
Learn factors to consider while selecting good, quality certified seed and settle on the best variety to plant in your farm. consider yield maturity, hybrid seeds, resistance, price, company reputation among other factors.
How profitable is kales farming in Kenya?
“Sukuma wiki” is one of the most consumed leafy vegetables in the East African region. It is highly nutritious and rich in beta carotene, lutein, zeaxanthin, roughage, iron, calcium and vitamins C and K. You...
2019 Census Results: Insights on Kenya’s Agriculture
Kenya Census 2019 Results: What are its insights on our agriculture and food markets? Explore the data trends on human and livestock populations, crop farming, irrigation and urban farming.
How to deal with high price volatilities in farmer markets
Learn tips of saving money from high price volatilities for fresh agricultural products such as tomatoes, milk or maize whether you are a consumer, food trader or a farmer.
Best African Leafy Vegetables for your organic urban farm
Though they were previously regarded as food for the poor in many communities, African leafy vegetables are now high-value crops in Kenyan domestic and international markets. They are now packaged and sold in leading supermarkets...
Best exotic herbs and spices to grow in Kenya
Exotic herbs farming is beneficial in enriching your home dishes. They are also highly profitable if grown for sale in domestic and export market.
Agribusiness Ideas in crop protection and animal health management
Plant and animal plagues and diseases affect farmers yields in terms of saleability and quantities each year. Sometimes, pests lead to huge post-harvest losses after harvest. smallholder farmers are most vulnerable suffering these losses each...
