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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…

State slashes fertiliser, halves maize seed price

Sacco ReviewAugust 24, 202604 mins

fertiliser price drops to Ksh2,000 per 50kg bag Certified maize seed costs cut by half Government targets farmers hit by drought losses The Government has slashed the price of fertiliser to Ksh 2,000 per 50kg bag and halved the cost of certified maize seed to cushion farmers from drought-related losses. Under the new intervention, farmers…

Govt unveils measures as drought threatens maize production

Sacco ReviewAugust 17, 202604 mins

Government unveils measures to support farmers affected by drought. CS Mutahi Kagwe assures Kenyans there will be no food crisis. Drought threatens maize production in key growing regions. The government has announced measures to cushion farmers against the devastating effects of climate change as prolonged dry conditions threaten crop production in several parts of the…

Kenya to import one million bags of maize amid shortage

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 202604 mins

Kenya faces a projected maize shortfall of 5.4 million bags by the end of September, prompting plans to import one million bags for strategic reserves. Drought in the North Rift is threatening maize production as crops dry up amid inadequate rainfall. The supply gap could push maize prices higher, with a 90 kilogramme bag currently…