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Kenya, Africa lag behind in fertiliser use

Report shows that fertiliser consumption is increasing in Africa but at a slower rate.

By Moses Omusolo 1 day ago

Kenya, Africa lag behind in fertiliser use

Pesticides, fertisers used in farming pollute Lake Naivasha

Pesticides, fertisers used in farming pollute Lake Naivasha

By Antony Gitonga 22 days ago

Kenya inks fertiliser production deal with foreign company

Kenya inks fertiliser production deal with foreign company

By David Njaaga 28 days ago

Go beyond fertiliser subsidy to boost food security

Go beyond fertiliser subsidy to boost food security

By Malesi Muhoto 1 month ago

Sharp drop in fertiliser imports to compound Kenya food crisis

Prohibitive costs in the second quarter of this year meant farmers planted without the critical input, signalling reduced yields. Imported chemical fertilisers fell by 48 per cent to 98,915 tonnes.

By Dominic Omondi 1 month ago

Sharp drop in fertiliser imports to compound Kenya food crisis

DP Gachagua pledges Sh2,500 fertiliser by next year

Gachagua says the government will also ensure there are enough fertilisers. He also vows to deal with the rampant banditry along Kerio Valley.

By Lynn Kolongei 1 month ago

DP Gachagua pledges Sh2,500 fertiliser by next year

Morocco's clout and why tussle left farmers in dicey situation

The government released Sh3.5 billion to acquire subsidised fertiliser, which would retail at Sh3,500 for a 50 kg bag, down from Sh6,500.

By Jacob Ng’etich 2 months ago

Morocco's clout and why tussle left farmers in dicey situation

Viral statement claiming subsidised fertilizer is donation from Russian firm is fake

The post came a day after deputy President Rigathi Gachagua unveiled subsidised fertliser prices that is targeting farmers for the short rains season.

By Standard Checkpoint 2 months ago

Viral statement claiming subsidised fertilizer is donation from Russian firm is fake

Farmers reject cheap fertilizer, say planting season over

Large scale farmers unsure if they will secure enough of the commodity for their huge land. Government released Sh3.55 billion to subsidise the cost of fertilisers from Sh6,500 to Sh3,500.

By Daniel Chege and Evans Kipkura 2 months ago

Farmers reject cheap fertilizer, say planting season over

Government releases first consignment of Sh3.6b subsidised fertiliser

National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) will make available 1.4 million bags of 50kg of fertiliser available to farmers at subsidised prices.

By David Njaaga 2 months ago

Government releases first consignment of Sh3.6b subsidised fertiliser

Cheaper fertiliser now available at NCPB

During his inauguration last Tuesday, President William Ruto pledged to make available cheaper fertiliser as one of the new administration's efforts to lower the cost of living.

By Macharia Kamau 2 months ago

Cheaper fertiliser now available at NCPB

Government releases Sh3.6 billion for subsidized fertiliser

National Treasury releases Sh3.55 billion for subsidized fertilizer to be distributed through National Cereals Board depots and sub-depots countrywide.

By Winfrey Owino 2 months ago

Government releases Sh3.6 billion for subsidized fertiliser

Farmers ask President Ruto not to regulate maize prices

The farmers want the producer price to be at least Sh5,000 for a 90kg bag on account of the high cost of farm inputs they incurred during the planting season.

By Lynn Kolongei 2 months ago

Farmers ask President Ruto not to regulate maize prices

Farmers to get cheap fertiliser by next week

President William Ruto's government to make available 1.4 million bags of cheap fertiliser at Sh3,500 down from Sh6,500.

By Macharia Kamau 2 months ago

Farmers to get cheap fertiliser by next week

Worried over high fertiliser prices? go organic farming

Our farmers should not lose sleep over high fertiliser prices. It’s an opportunity to shift to a more lucrative market.

By XN Iraki 5 months ago

Worried over high fertiliser prices? go organic farming

Sh46m fertiliser distribution to cushion Nakuru farmers

The initial fertiliser cost sold for Sh6,000-Sh6,500 per 50kg but large-scale farmers say the move is still not enough.

By Daniel Chege 6 months ago

Sh46m fertiliser distribution to cushion Nakuru farmers

Farmers turn to dumping sites for ‘fertiliser’ despite dangers

A walk around Nyamware, in Suna East, Migori County reveals an emerging trend among farmers fearful of the high cost of fertilisers.

By Harold Odhiambo 7 months ago

Farmers turn to dumping sites for ‘fertiliser’ despite dangers

Farmers throng NCPB depots for subsidised fertiliser stock

Hundreds of farmers are thronging National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) depots to buy subsided fertiliser.

By Mactilda Mbenywe 7 months ago

Farmers throng NCPB depots for subsidised fertiliser stock

Farmers frustrated by five-bag fertiliser limit

Agriculture Cabinet secretary had assured farmers that they could buy 20 bags of the planting input.

By Martin Ndiema 7 months ago

Farmers frustrated by five-bag fertiliser limit

Sh63.9b to tame food insecurity, climate disaster

Farmers have received a major boost after Treasury Cabinet Secretary Ukur Yatani allocated an additional Sh2.7 billion to the fertiliser subsidy programme.

By Jennifer Anyango 7 months ago

Sh63.9b to tame food insecurity, climate disaster

Large-scale farmers ask for more as subsidised fertiliser falls short

Despite the government lifting the cap on amount of fertiliser to be purchased from 10 to 20 bags, farmers are still feeling pinched.

By Kipsang Joseph and Julius Chepkwony 7 months ago

Large-scale farmers ask for more as subsidised fertiliser falls short

Relief for farmers as fertiliser prices go down

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Peter Munya said a 50kg bag of DAP Fertiliser will now cost Sh2,800 from Sh6,000.

By Renee Were 8 months ago

Relief for farmers as fertiliser prices go down

Farmers appeal to State to subsidise cost of fertiliser

Failure by the government to provide subsidies has made it difficult for many farmers to acquire farm inputs. 50kg bag sold at at Sh4,950.

By James Omoro 8 months ago

Farmers appeal to State to subsidise cost of fertiliser

Manure demand rises as farmers stay away from costly fertiliser

One lorry of manure is enough to cover about four acres, whereas two to three bags of fertiliser (Sh6,000) each is needed for an acre.

By Lynn Kolongei 8 months ago

Manure demand rises as farmers stay away from costly fertiliser

CS Munya warns fertiliser prices to rise due to Russia-Ukraine conflict

The State has warned of a possible hike in fertiliser prices as a result of the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine.

By Moses Nyamori 9 months ago

CS Munya warns fertiliser prices to rise due to Russia-Ukraine conflict

Rising fertiliser prices raise fear of food shortage

Farmers in North Rift have expressed fear of food shortage, adding that rising fertiliser prices have affected production.

By Titus Too 10 months ago

Rising fertiliser prices raise fear of food shortage

Wetang’ula wants fertiliser prices reduced ahead of planting season

Bungoma Senator Moses Wetang’ula has urged the government to lower the prices of fertilisers ahead of the next planting season.

By Omelo Juliet 10 months ago

Wetang’ula wants fertiliser prices reduced ahead of planting season

Cereals board dismisses reports of fertiliser subsidy programme

The board distanced itself from information circulating in the social media urging farmers to register for fertiliser.

By Titus Too 11 months ago

Cereals board dismisses reports of fertiliser subsidy programme

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