To transform farming in Kenya, technology must lead the way

Aberdare farm uses Tinga App to hire a tractor for ploughing. The App is used to hire tractors to plough, weed, spray and harvest on the farm. [File, Standard]

In an era where technology is transforming industries globally, the agricultural sector in Kenya has not been left behind. From government initiatives to private sector interventions, there is a growing realisation that improving farm productivity and addressing food security challenges requires more than just traditional methods.

As someone who has worked closely with farmers across Kenya, it is clear to me that if we are to truly empower them and lift rural communities out of poverty, we must leverage technology.