KALRO - Sacco Review | The Leading Newspaper for Co-operative Movement in Kenya

Kirinyaga coffee stakeholders seek stronger collaboration

Sacco ReviewOctober 2, 202605 mins

Kirinyaga coffee stakeholders push for closer cooperation across the value chain Farmers are being urged to strengthen their role through cooperative societies Research and quality planting materials take centre stage in coffee sector discussions More than 2,000 coffee farmers and other industry players gathered in Kirinyaga County to mark International Coffee Day 2026. Stakeholders called…

National soil health campaign launched to guide farmers

Sacco ReviewSeptember 29, 202605 mins

National campaign targets better soil management by farmers New partnerships seek to improve soil testing and fertiliser decisions KALRO laboratories set for upgrades to support faster soil analysis Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has launched a national soil health campaign aimed at helping farmers make better fertiliser decisions based on the condition…

KALRO sounds alarm over low uptake of farm technologies

Sacco ReviewSeptember 29, 202604 mins

KALRO raises concern over slow adoption of farm technologies Scientists urged to tackle myths and misinformation around innovations Board outlines priorities to strengthen research and farmer outreach The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) has raised concern over the low uptake of agricultural technologies developed through its research, urging scientists to step up efforts…

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…

KALRO showcases new farming technologies at Embu clinic

Sacco ReviewSeptember 24, 202603 mins

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…

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…

KALRO trains officers to boost mango, cashew nut production

Sacco ReviewSeptember 18, 202604 mins

Agriculture officers trained to strengthen support for mango and cashew nut farmers Training focuses on practical technologies and improved farming practices Officers urged to strengthen links between researchers, extension teams and farmers The Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (KALRO) has stepped up efforts to improve mango and cashew nut production by equipping agriculture officers…

Kenya, Australia explore agricultural research partnership

Sacco ReviewSeptember 17, 202604 mins

Kenya and Australia explore new areas of agricultural research cooperation Researchers examine technology and data-driven approaches for farmers Soil health and livestock feed emerge as key areas for collaboration Kenya’s agricultural research sector could see stronger international cooperation in soil health, digital farming and livestock feed following talks between the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research…

Farmers turn surplus potatoes into soap for extra income

Sacco ReviewAugust 31, 202606 mins

Farmers can turn damaged potatoes into soap instead of losing them to waste. Potato soap sells for about Ksh200, creating a new income stream. KALRO is offering training on potato value addition. Potato farmers and young entrepreneurs are being encouraged to turn surplus and damaged potatoes into soap as part of efforts to reduce post-harvest…

Teso North farmers to benefit from new cotton ginnery

Sacco ReviewAugust 25, 202604 mins

A new cotton ginnery is being installed in Teso North to process farmers’ produce locally. The facility will produce lint, cotton seed oil and animal feed, creating new value addition opportunities. Farmers are being encouraged to increase cotton production to meet the ginnery’s processing capacity. The establishment of a new cotton ginnery at Jairos Farmers’…