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Dairy farmers are seeking more reliable markets as payment challenges persist Rising feed costs are adding pressure on farmers already struggling with milk prices Government measures are being proposed to support dairy production and farmer incomes Dairy farmers in Murang’a are abandoning cooperative societies for private milk buyers over prolonged payment delays and unstable prices,…
Saccos in Siaya are set to expand support for farmers and vulnerable groups New funding is expected to strengthen lending capacity across beneficiary cooperatives The county is rolling out a wider plan to strengthen Saccos across its wards Saccos in Siaya County are set for a financial boost after receiving Ksh9.9 million in matching grants…
Thousands of farmers are benefiting from a growing support network across Homa Bay New funding is helping farmer groups strengthen their financial base Young agripreneurs and digital tools are expanding support available to farmers The National Agricultural Value Chain Development Project (NAVCDP) has mobilised 147,285 farmers across 5,572 groups in Homa Bay County, unlocking millions…
Isiolo has rolled out a countywide vaccination campaign targeting sheep and goats Veterinary teams are taking the disease prevention effort directly to pastoral communities The drive is also expected to support livestock trade and protect pastoralist livelihoods The County Government of Isiolo has launched a livestock vaccination campaign targeting three diseases threatening sheep and goats…
Residents want clearer rules on content regulation and licensing Creatives have raised concerns over the impact of artificial intelligence on their work Stakeholders are seeking a greater role in decisions affecting the creative sector Mombasa residents have called for greater safeguards for creatives and clarity on proposed rules under the Creative Economy Bill, 2026. Residents…
A new framework could change how Kenyans prepare for jobs abroad Workers would be expected to gain knowledge beyond their job-specific skills Experienced workers could have another pathway to formal certification The Industrial Training Bill, 2026 could introduce mandatory pre-departure training for Kenyans seeking work abroad, NITA has told Parliament. The proposals emerged on September…
Kenya and Italy partner on a Ksh1.5 billion plan targeting key agri-food value chains Farmers and agri-food enterprises in Nakuru and Kilifi set to benefit from the initiative The partnership will focus on value addition, market access and sustainable production Kenya and Italy are deepening cooperation in agriculture through a €10.2 million (about Ksh1.5 billion)…
Samburu senator calls for investigations into alleged livestock killings during security operation Hundreds of goats and cattle were reportedly killed in Waso Ward over three days Senator seeks accountability, medical support and compensation for affected families Samburu County Senator Lelegwe Ltumbesi has called for investigations into an alleged security operation in Waso Ward, Samburu East…
KALRO showcases farming technologies to farmers during an Embu agricultural clinic Farmers learn about soil fertility, biotechnology and certified seed use Digital platforms offer farmers access to agricultural knowledge and services The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) has showcased new technologies aimed at boosting food production in Embu County. The innovations are also…
Zambia maize deal exposes Kenya’s growing dependence on imported staple food Food insecurity and climate pressures continue to strain households and farmers Kenya faces calls to invest in irrigation, storage and climate-resilient agriculture Kenya is an agricultural nation, at least according to what we have told ourselves for decades. We have fertile highlands, millions of…
