Kenya Launches National Soil Testing Drive as 63% of Arable Land Faces Soil Acidity
Kenya has launched a new national drive to improve soil health and help farmers make more informed decisions about fertiliser and other agricultural inputs, with the government highlighting the widespread problem of soil acidity across the country’s arable land. Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development, Sen. Mutahi Kagwe, launched the initiative, known as SoilFER,…
Best Dwarf Fruit Trees That Don’t Take Up Much Space in Kenya
Not everyone has a large farm, but that does not mean you cannot grow your own fruit. One of the biggest surprises for many homeowners is how productive dwarf fruit trees can be in a small space. Whether you live in Nairobi, Kiambu, Murang’a, Nakuru, or any other part of Kenya, dwarf fruit trees allow…
Best Flowers for Landscaping in Kenya and How to Create a Beautiful Garden That Lasts
A well-designed garden has a way of making a home feel welcoming before anyone even steps through the gate. In Kenya, landscaping is no longer reserved for hotels, office buildings, and luxury estates. More homeowners are transforming their compounds with flowers that add color, fragrance, texture, and year-round beauty. The right combination of flowering plants…
The Best Trees for Landscaping in Kenya and How to Choose the Right Ones for Your Garden
A beautiful landscape is not created by flowers alone. The trees you choose determine the character of your compound, the amount of shade available, the level of privacy you enjoy, and how attractive the property looks throughout the year. In Kenya, landscaping trees are increasingly being used in homes, schools, hotels, churches, office compounds, and…
Different Spices Grown in Kenya and the Farming Opportunities Many Growers Overlook
When most people think about farming in Kenya, spices rarely make the list, yet they are among the most profitable crops that can be grown on relatively small pieces of land. I have met many farmers who started with a few spice plants for home use and later discovered that local markets, restaurants, herbal product…
Nutmeg Farming in Kenya and How This High Value Spice Can Build Long Term Wealth
If you are looking for a crop that can keep earning for decades, nutmeg farming deserves serious attention. Many Kenyan farmers focus on avocados, citrus, coffee, or macadamia, but few realize that nutmeg is one of the most valuable spices in the world. A well managed nutmeg orchard can become a long term source of…
Ice Cream Bean Farming in Kenya and How to Grow This Sweet Tropical Tree Successfully
Many farmers in Kenya are always looking for fruit trees that can do more than produce a harvest. A tree that provides food, improves soil fertility, offers shade and creates additional income opportunities is a valuable addition to any farm. The ice cream bean tree is one of those rare crops that can serve several…
Chestnut Farming in Kenya and Why It Can Be a Valuable Long Term Investment
Chestnut farming is not yet a common agricultural venture in Kenya, which is exactly what makes it interesting for farmers looking beyond traditional fruit crops. Most Kenyan orchards are dominated by avocado, citrus, mango and macadamia, but chestnuts offer a different opportunity. They are highly valued in many parts of the world, especially in Europe…
Sapodilla Farming in Kenya and Why This Sweet Fruit Tree Is Worth Planting
When I talk to farmers looking for a new fruit crop, one question comes up repeatedly; What can I plant that is different from what everyone else is growing? That question is becoming more common as markets become competitive and farmers search for crops that can bring better returns over the long term. One fruit…