×
App Icon
The Standard e-Paper
Read Offline Anywhere
★★★★ - on Play Store
Download Now

Parsley farming: How to get it right, make cash

Vocalize Pre-Player Loader

Audio By Vocalize

George Ndung'u (R) and William Gitau, harvest parsley in Ndung'u herbal farm located in Kagaa, Lari Sub County in Kiambu County. [Nanjinia Wamuswa, Standard]

Parsley (Petroselinum crispum) is a versatile herb extensively utilised in culinary and medicinal contexts. It belongings to the Apiaceae family, which also includes carrots, celery, and dill, parsley comes in two main varieties. There are two types - Curly Parsley and Flat-Leaf Parsley (Italian Parsley). Both types are abundant in vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants, including vitamins A, C, and K, as well as folate, iron, and potassium, according to Healthline.com.

Get Full Access for Ksh299/Week.
Fact‑first reporting that puts you at the heart of the newsroom. Subscribe for full access.
  • Unlimited access to all premium content
  • Uninterrupted ad-free browsing experience
  • Mobile-optimized reading experience
  • Weekly Newsletters
  • MPesa, Airtel Money and Cards accepted
Already a subscriber? Log in
Hockey
Kisumu Youngsters promoted after 10 years of sweat and sacrifice
Athletics
Why today's Los Angeles marathon is special for Korir brothers
Motorsport
Kenyan driver Kavisi just wants to finish at 2026 WRC Safari Rally
Basketball
Dagoretti High renew rivalry with Upper Hill in basketball final showdown