07 October 2026Understanding and Controlling Citrus Canker in Citrus Fruits Citrus farming is an important source of income and nutrition for many households in Kenya. However, one major challenge farmers face is Citrus Canker, a disease that can significantly reduce yield and fruit quality if not well managed. What is Citrus Canker?
02 October 2026Coffee farming can be very profitable, but diseases can reduce yields if not controlled early. One of the serious diseases affecting coffee is Bacterial Blight of Coffee. This guide explains what it is, how it develops, the damage it causes, and how farmers can control it using good farming practices
30 September 2026Whiteflies are tiny insects that can cause big problems for farmers. They attack many crops, especially vegetables and beans, by feeding on plant sap and spreading diseases. If not controlled early, they can quickly multiply and damage entire fields. So what Are Whiteflies? Whiteflies are very small, white, winged insects
24 September 2026Beans are an important food and cash crop for many farmers. However, they are often affected by diseases, one of the most common being leaf spots. If not managed early, leaf spots can reduce both the quality and quantity of your harvest. What Are Leaf Spots in Beans? Leaf spots
19 September 2026Cabbage farming can yield excellent profit margins, but fungal and bacterial infections can drastically reduce yield and head quality if left unmanaged. Among the most damaging fungal threats to cabbage crops are Downy Mildew and Alternaria Leaf Spot (Cabbage Leaf Blight). When these conditions strike during cool, wet seasons, farmers
16 September 2026Wheat farming in Kenya plays a crucial role in strengthening the country’s food security and supporting thousands of farmers across key wheat-producing regions such as Nakuru, Uasin Gishu, Narok, and Trans-Nzoia. Moreover, when the right management practices are applied, it becomes a highly profitable agribusiness for both smallholder and large-scale
13 September 2026Termites are among the most destructive pests in farming and construction. They feed on wood and can cause serious damage to buildings, trees, fencing posts, and other wooden materials if not controlled early. Termites are small insects that live in colonies, mostly underground. They feed on materials that contain cellulose,
13 September 2026Flower farming in Kenya is one of the most profitable and fast-growing agribusiness ventures, placing the country among the world’s leading flower exporters. Kenya’s favorable climate, well-developed logistics network, and direct access to European markets make it an ideal destination for large-scale and smallholder floriculture investments. Major flower-growing regions include
13 September 2026Chilli farming (hot pepper) is one of the most lucrative commercial agribusinesses in Kenya. Due to high international demand across Europe, the Middle East, and Asia—alongside strong domestic consumption for spicy sauces and spices—chillies offer farmers high returns with relatively low maintenance compared to other horticultural crops. 1. Top Commercial
