15 October 2026Potatoes are an important food and cash crop. However, many farmers lose yield because of nematodes. Nematodes are small worms that live in the soil and attack plant roots. They are very small and cannot be seen with naked eyes, but they can cause serious damage. This guide explains what
15 October 2026Controlling spider mites on tomatoes is essential for maintaining a healthy crop and securing strong market profits. When infestations strike, farmers notice leaves turning yellow, drying from the edges, or carrying a dusty appearance. If you look closely under the leaves, you will find tiny moving pests protected by fine
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
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 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
07 September 2026Starting an avocado orchard—whether for commercial export or high-yield production—is a long-term investment that yields high returns when managed properly. Success depends on five core stages: site selection, planting, orchard routine, comprehensive pest and disease management, and proper harvesting. 1: Site Selection & Soil Preparation Avocado trees have shallow, highly
05 August 2026Watermelon farming in Kenya is becoming a profitable agribusiness. This is due to growing demand for fresh, juicy fruits in local markets, supermarkets, and urban eateries. Watermelons grow well in arid and semi-arid areas such as Makueni, Machakos, Kitui, Kajiado, and parts of Western Kenya. In addition, they are fast-maturing
