The Agriculture and Food Authority’s Food Crops Directorate this week led a successful tree planting initiative. In partnership with the Kenya Forest Service, Meru University, and Kaaga Girls High School, a total of 18,500 assorted forest trees were planted. The event was graced by Prof. Eustace Mwenda representing the Vice Chancellor, Prof. Simon Thuranira (Deputy…
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Miraa (Khat) is a popular stimulant that is mainly grown in the Mt Kenya region. About 80% of locally produced miraa is consumed locally, while 20% is exported, mainly to Somalia. Different grades of miraa are grown locally, with consumers having their preferences based on various factors, primarily taste and price. However, miraa grades have…
Cheers to the beverage that fuels our conversations and sparks our creativity. Join us as we celebrate #InternationalCoffeeDay2024 under theme “Coffee: Your Daily Ritual, Our Shared Journey.” This year’s celebration is taking place at Kirinyaga County Cooperative Union Limited, Kirinyaga County. Happy International Coffee Day!
PRESS RELEASE We note with concern the contents that have been published in some sections of the media on new safety rules for horticulture farming, and wish to clarify as follows: Government introducing new regulations KS 1758 is the National Horticulture Code of Practice developed by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) in collaboration with…
Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA), through Nuts and Oil Crops Directorate, is currently conducting a series of Barazas at the ward level in collaboration across 15 County Governments, namely; Nyeri, Meru, Makueni, Taita Taveta, Machakos, Kwale, Kilifi, Lamu, Makueni, Uasin Gishu, Trans nzoia, Nakuru, Homabay, Migori, Kakamega, Siaya and Bungoma. These forums are aimed at…