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Siaya Saccos receive Sh9.9 million to unlock farmer credit

Sacco ReviewOctober 6, 2026October 6, 202604 mins

Eight Saccos receive fresh support to ease access to farm credit Digital systems bring new accountability demands for Sacco officials Siaya plans a countywide union to strengthen agricultural cooperatives Eight agricultural Saccos in Siaya County have received Ksh9.9 million meant to make it easier for smallholders to borrow for their farming work. The money was…

Kakamega agriculture sector faces Senate review over delays

Sacco ReviewOctober 2, 202605 mins

Kakamega’s agriculture programmes recorded strong spending but faced implementation challenges Senate lawmakers questioned procurement gaps, project delays and value for money The county outlined measures to improve planning, funding and project monitoring The Senate Agriculture Committee has raised concerns over delays, procurement gaps and weak project implementation in Kakamega County’s agriculture sector, despite the county…

Siaya Saccos receive Sh9.9m boost for farmer lending

Sacco ReviewSeptember 25, 202603 mins

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…

NAVCDP empowers 147,000 farmers in Homa Bay with Sh58m

Sacco ReviewSeptember 25, 202603 mins

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…

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…

Meru launches mass livestock vaccination against FMD, LSD

Sacco ReviewSeptember 15, 202603 mins

Meru is stepping up efforts to protect livestock from disease Farmers are being brought into a more traceable vaccination system County teams are working to speed up the rollout across the region Meru County has launched a countywide mass vaccination drive to protect cattle from Foot and Mouth Disease and Lumpy Skin Disease. The County…

Nambale farmers back proposed cotton ginnery

Sacco ReviewSeptember 3, 202603 mins

Nambale farmers back plans for a local cotton ginnery. Farmers say the project could create jobs and cut transport costs. County officials pledge technical support to boost cotton farming. The County Government of Busia, through the Department of Smart Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, Blue Economy and Agribusiness on September 2, engaged cotton farmers and other stakeholders…

Taita Taveta stakeholders map out agriculture priorities

Sacco ReviewSeptember 1, 202604 mins

Taita Taveta stakeholders have identified key areas to strengthen agriculture. Farmers called for more support in production and value addition. Officials urged a shift towards profitable, market driven farming. Agricultural stakeholders in Taita Taveta have identified priority interventions to boost farming and improve livelihoods. Agricultural stakeholders in Taita Taveta County have held a forum to…

Taita Taveta banana farmers set to benefit from Sh8.6m grant

Sacco ReviewAugust 27, 202604 mins

Taita Taveta banana farmers are set to benefit from a Sh8.6 million value chain grant. TATABA will invest in transport, storage and equipment to improve banana handling and market access. The cooperative will also shift its ripening facility to solar power to cut operating costs. Banana farmers under the Taita Taveta Banana Farmers’ Cooperative Society…

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’…