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Kagwe pushes for global ban on hazardous farm chemicals

CS Mutahi Kagwe urged global action against hazardous farm chemicals as farmers called for greater inclusion, affordable inputs and better market access.
By Noel Nabiswa 2026-06-10 07:00:00
A youth group has achieved better returns from selling roasted coffee through the value addition initiative.
By Boniface Gikandi 2026-06-06 11:59:32
Risper Agutu says indigenous crop varieties have helped her reduce production risks while improving food security and farm sustainability
By Nanjinia Wamuswa 2026-06-02 15:49:36
Shortage of topdressing fertiliser across maize-producing counties in North Rift has forced farmers to camp at the National Cereals and Produce Board depot in Eldoret.
By Stephen Rutto 2026-06-02 15:13:52
Kenya’s coffee sector is experiencing revival as reforms in marketing, payment systems and direct market access begin to lift farmers’ earnings.
By Amos Kiarie 2026-06-01 10:00:00
Nairobi to host major Africa agri-finance summit as leaders seek solutions to a $100 billion agriculture funding gap.
By Brian Ngugi 2026-05-16 18:17:00
Many first-time poultry farmers, whether they are keeping layers for eggs, broilers for meat, or both, find that their first flock usually does very well.  
By Dr Watson Messo Odwako 2026-05-16 10:00:00
The African Union–InterAfrican Bureau for Animal Resources has challenged African countries to strengthen animal health information systems
By Selina Mutua 2026-05-14 18:37:14
The workshop banks on training on the Animal Resources Information System (ARIS) to improve data collection and analysis.
By Selina Mutua 2026-05-11 16:55:09
Donkeys work in rough terrains that can easily strain and inflict considerable suffering on their bodies.
By Dr Joseph Othieno 2026-05-09 08:42:00
Statistics show that as of 2025, approximately 673 million people worldwide, about 8.2 per cent of the global population, face hunger, with around 295 million experiencing acute hunger. 
By Nanjinia Wamuswa 2026-05-09 08:09:00
Selling too cheaply can create losses, while charging too much without added value may drive customers away.
By Dr Watson Messo 2026-05-02 07:40:00