- ASK Kisumu will donate harvest festival proceeds to two special schools.
- The July 22 to 26 national show will feature over 200 exhibitors.
- Organisers promise subsidised entry for special schools and enhanced security
The Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) Kisumu Branch will hand over proceeds of this year’s harvest festival to selected special schools within the area.
ASK branch Chairperson Rose Omondi made the revelations during the harvest festival ahead of the Kisumu National Show, which was held at the Voice of Salvation and Healing Church in Kisumu.
Omondi said the proceeds, which were realized both in cash and kind, will be given to Maseno School for the Deaf and Kibos School for the Blind, who were also present during the event.
The Chair said the festival marks the final leg of preparations for the show, which opens its gates to the public on Wednesday, July 22, until July 26.
Omondi said the number of exhibitors will be higher this year compared to the previous one due to adequate publicity and the engagement of various stakeholders.
She called on members of the public to turn out in large numbers, adding that special school delegations will be accorded subsidized rates.
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Omondi said this year’s rebranded national event is themed “Promoting climate smart agriculture and trade initiatives for sustainable economic growth” and will feature over 200 exhibitors from across the region.
“It serves as a major hub to discover new agricultural technologies, connect with industry leaders, and explore business and investment,” she said.
Omondi said they expect to see new innovations, especially in agriculture and industry, moving forward.
Over the years, Omondi said, the show has been a platform to showcase local talent, innovation, agriculture, and enterprise, while also bringing the community together.
However, she pointed out that the show has faced challenges in recent years, especially during the days of the pandemic, and has struggled to regain its former glory. As the saying goes, “It is only a mad person who does the same thing repeatedly and expects different results.”
In recognition of this, Omondi said, the Society has decided to adopt a fresh approach coupled with a new strategy and a renewed sense of purpose. She said apart from the exhibitions, there will also be arena events from various groups.
Earlier, Kisumu Central Deputy County Commissioner Tom Tarus flagged off the harvest festival procession, led by the Kenya Forest Service band and other show officials.
Tarus called on members of the public to turn out in large numbers for the show at the Mamboleo showground. He assured the public that there will be adequate security during the event.
By Fredrick Odiero
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