maize-varieties-kenya

Which are the Best Maize Seed varieties in Kenya?

Updated on May 11, 2026 by Samuel

Maize is Kenya’s staple crop, but national yields average only ~2 t/ha (about 18 bags/acre) – far below its potential. In the fertile highlands (Kitale, Eldoret, Nyahururu and similar zones), well-managed fields can yield 4–8 t/ha. However, many farmers still harvest much less. A key reason is wrong seed choice. Each year, many smallholders plant varieties unsuited…

How much money can you make farming maize in Kenya

Posted on March 9, 2021 by Samuel

Is maize farming profitable in Kenya? It in this post, we will estimate the money you will spend growing maize on a large or small scale production system. The Common expenses for maize farmers in Kenya include buying certified seeds, fertilizer and labor costs. It will also give you the profits after getting the returns…