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KALRO flags soil health gap behind low maize yields

Sacco ReviewSeptember 23, 202604 mins

KALRO says poor soil health is contributing to Kenya’s low maize yields Researchers push for site-specific fertiliser recommendations based on reliable soil data Stakeholders explore better nutrient management to raise productivity and farmer incomes Kenya’s maize production is falling far below its potential, with farmers harvesting an average of just 1.9 tonnes per hectare against…