Kakuzi Plc, the Nairobi-listed agricultural producer, has received temporary relief from the Supreme Court of Kenya in an ongoing land dispute that affects its operations and investor outlook. The company…
Read moreMango farmers in Kitui are reporting high post-harvest losses this season, with growers indicating that a large share of fruit remains unsold and is deteriorating in orchards. Farmers attribute the…
Read moreGreen-skinned avocado varieties from Kenya, traditionally sold on the local market, have recently gained in importance thanks to sustained foreign demand and attractive prices last season, sometimes as high as…
Read moreThe government has released 12.5 million bags of subsidised fertiliser for distribution to farmers ahead of the long rains planting season, in a move aimed at boosting food production and…
Read moreAfter two decades of tariff protection, Kenya has opened its sugar market to regional competition, betting structural reforms and private mill leasing offset higher local production costs. •The shift followed…
Read moreMakueni County has launched the Mifugo ni Mali project in a move aimed at strengthening poultry farming and improving livelihoods for farmers across the county. The initiative was officially unveiled…
Read moreThe Centre for Agriculture and Bioscience International (CABI), in collaboration with the County Government of Nakuru, has rolled out a comprehensive initiative aimed at combating devastating potato diseases through enhanced…
Read moreBehind every fresh bunch of roses landing in Amsterdam or a box of avocados reaching the European market lies a silent hero; packaging. It’s not just about wrapping products neatly;…
Read morePackaging plays a central role in Kenya’s export supply chains for flowers, fruits, and vegetables. For products moving into European markets, cartons determine whether flowers arrive intact or whether perishable…
Read moreBanana production continues to face pressure from climate variability and plant health issues, and new data from the Food and Agriculture Organization estimates that bananas and other major tropical fruits…
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