Hundreds of smallholder coffee farmers in Kisii County will now sell their coffee directly to the global market. The move will translate to the farmers who are under Gusii Coffee Farmers’ Cooperative Union (GCFU), bypassing the current rigorous coffee value chain intermediaries, leading to double earnings from their crop. This comes even as a delegation […]
Below are the most common causes of curling citrus, along with ways to manage them: Pests Disease Water stress Weather Or all of the above Drought Drought stress is the most common cause of leaf curl in citrus, but is also the easiest to remedy. If leaves begin to curl inward while retaining their green
Passion fruit Woodiness Virus Passion fruit woodiness virus may affect stressed plants. Distorted growth, such as crinkled, yellow leaves and woody fruit are a sign of woodiness virus. There is no control but vines may recover once they’re fertilized and watered. If plants are more than a few years old, plant new vines. Fruits Are
Mulching may be defined as the process of covering the soil surface around the plants to create congenial conditions for the crop growth. This may include moisture and soil conservation, temperature moderation, salinity and weed control etc. It exerts a decisive effect on earliness, yield and quality of the crop. Mulches can be applied at
Timing and method of fruit tree pruning can enhance the amount and quality of your crop. Ideally, pruning needs to be carried out every 2-3 years for the best results, promoting healthy, productive, fresh looking trees. This article looks into why it is important to prune fruit trees and how you can reap the rewards
Apple has excellent health benefits, hence it is recommended for daily consumption. Apples were originated in Europe and Western Asia and spread across the world. Seed grown apple trees are large in size when compared to root stock (grafted onto roots). Apple tree belongs to the family of “Rosaceae” and genus of “Malus”. There are
Lemon is not a luxury item, it is a necessity that can be found in every household. And hence, demands are growing every year. Lemon farming can be highly rewarding if done properly. Ideally you can plant up to 150 orange trees per acre. Maximum production is only attained after your trees must have produced
For the best fruit production, the peach tree should be planted in an area that receives full sun all day long. Morning sun is especially crucial because it helps to dry morning dew off the fruit. Choose a site with well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Peach trees won’t do well in areas where soil is compacted or remains consistently wet. Soil
