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Nakuru farmers to get digital farming support via FarmerChat

Sacco ReviewNovember 4, 202604 mins

Nakuru County has partnered with Digital Green Foundation to expand digital agricultural advisory services. FarmerChat will provide women and young people with farming advice and market-driven agricultural information. IFPRI will conduct a study to assess the platform’s impact on farming practices and productivity. Farmers in Nakuru County are set to gain easier access to agricultural…

Kenya signs Sh270m grant to help farmers use climate data

Sacco ReviewOctober 30, 2026October 30, 202604 mins

Government signs Ksh270 million grant to help farmers use climate information. Project will support decisions on planting, irrigation and drought preparedness. Agribusinesses will also benefit from improved weather data for planning and reducing losses. Kenyan farmers are set to get practical help in turning weather forecasts into decisions on what to plant, when to plant…

Trans Nzoia farmers get 3,000 coffee seedlings under FLLoCA

Sacco ReviewOctober 22, 202604 mins

Trans Nzoia farmers are embracing tree crops to boost incomes and strengthen climate resilience. Community-led climate action is opening new opportunities for smallholder farmers. Cooperatives and organised groups are being encouraged to prepare for the next phase of funding. Smallholders in Cherangany Sub-County, Trans Nzoia County, have begun planting coffee after receiving 3,000 seedlings meant…

Nakuru smallholder farmers trained on modern farming technologies

Sacco ReviewOctober 22, 202606 mins

Nakuru vegetable farmers are being equipped with skills to improve productivity and farm incomes. Climate-smart technologies are offering new ways to sustain vegetable production throughout the year. Farmers are embracing modern techniques to strengthen food security and create rural jobs. Smallholder vegetable farmers in Nakuru County have received a major boost after a programme was…

Kenya targets 1.5 million more acres under irrigation

Sacco ReviewOctober 8, 202603 mins

Kenya plans to put an additional 1.5 million acres under irrigation Government is targeting commercial and small-scale farmers in the expansion New irrigation schemes aim to reduce reliance on rainfall and climate variability Kenya plans to bring an additional 1.5 million acres of farmland under irrigation as it moves to cut its reliance on rainfed…

Nairobi International Trade Fair opens with climate smart farming focus

Sacco ReviewSeptember 28, 202604 mins

More than 500 exhibitors are showcasing products, technology and services Climate smart farming and export opportunities are taking centre stage at the fair Jamhuri Park is undergoing upgrades as organisers prepare for growing trade activity The Nairobi International Trade Fair has opened at Jamhuri Park today with over 500 exhibitors, a climate smart theme and…

ASK gears up to host climate-smart trade fair in Nairobi

Sacco ReviewSeptember 16, 202604 mins

Nairobi International Trade Fair returns with focus on climate-smart agriculture Hundreds of exhibitors and international participants expected at Jamhuri Park Businesses will showcase products, innovations and agricultural technologies The Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) will host the 2026 Nairobi International Trade Fair from September 28 to October 4 at the Jamhuri Park Showground, with this…

Kisumu hands over Pap Konam Agricultural Training Centre to KSA

Sacco ReviewJuly 31, 202607 mins

Kisumu has completed the Pap Konam Agricultural Training Centre and will hand it over to the Kenya School of Agriculture. The centre will offer training in modern agriculture to boost farmer skills, livestock productivity and incomes. Pap Konam becomes the 10th campus of the Kenya School of Agriculture The County Government of Kisumu has completed…

Kisumu County reaffirms commitment to climate resilient agriculture at ASK Show

Sacco ReviewJuly 25, 2026July 25, 202609 mins

ASK leadership praised the organisation and strong exhibitor turnout at the Kisumu National Show. Kisumu County reaffirmed its commitment to climate smart, commercial agriculture and food security. Deputy Governor Mathew Owili urged youth to embrace agribusiness and climate resilient farming. The top leadership of the Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) has praised the high level…

Kisumu ASK Show targets 200 exhibitors in major turnout boost

Sacco ReviewJuly 15, 2026July 15, 202605 mins

Kisumu National Show will host a record 200 exhibitors from 22 to 26 July. The rebranded event will showcase climate smart agriculture, innovation and trade. Organisers have assured security and a wide range of exhibitions and arena events. Preparations for this year’s Kisumu National Show are now complete, with officials reporting that the event will…