A New Dawn For Kenya
Ever walked through Nairobi’s Marikiti or Kisumu’s Kibuye market and seen traders buying produce at prices that make you stop? That’s the power of high-value crops. Forget the struggle of low returns on traditional staples. The real agri-money is in smart, high-demand produce. This isn’t about theory from a textbook; it’s about what’s selling right … Read more
You’ve got the shamba ready, the idea is solid, but that capital or expert knowledge is just out of reach. Sound familiar? For many Kenyan agripreneurs, the biggest hurdle isn’t the will to work, it’s accessing the right support. The good news? Your government has actually set up several programs specifically for you. This article … Read more
Are you tired of waking up at 4 am to haul your tomatoes to Wakulima Market, only to have brokers dictate a price that barely covers your transport? What if your customers could find you while you’re still on the farm? The game has changed. We’re breaking down the top 5 digital platforms Kenyan farmers … Read more
You’ve finally harvested your sukuma wiki or tomatoes. The work is done, but now what? The biggest headache for many Kenyan farmers isn’t the planting, it’s finding the right market to sell at a good price. You don’t want your hard work to end up as a loss at the local roadside stand. This guide … Read more
Are you tired of the 8-5 grind in Nairobi’s traffic, watching your salary disappear into rent and bills? Or maybe you’re a hustler in Eldoret or Kisumu looking for a solid venture that doesn’t require a six-figure startup. The soil under our feet is still Kenya’s biggest bank. This article cuts the fluff and gives … Read more
You clock in at 6 a.m. on a flower farm in Naivasha or a sugarcane plantation in Muhoroni. The sun is already harsh, the tools are heavy, and maybe there’s a sprayer with chemicals you can’t even pronounce. How do you get through the day without getting sick, injured, or worse? Your health is your … Read more
You’ve just shaken hands with a buyer from Nairobi. They want your entire avocado harvest for the next three seasons. The promise of a guaranteed market and fixed price feels like a dream come true. But before you sign that contract farming agreement, stop. Is that handshake deal about to become a legal nightmare that … Read more
You’ve sweated through the long rains, your maize is finally ready, and the market is calling. But as you load your sacks, a nagging thought hits: will this harvest be turned away at the agrovet or supermarket because it doesn’t have that crucial KEBS mark? For many farmers from Kitale to Kibwezi, that little stamp … Read more
You’ve just sunk millions into that greenhouse in Naivasha or that drip irrigation system for your shamba in Machakos. The crops are looking good, the market is ready. Then, a letter from the Water Resources Authority (WRA) lands on your desk. Suddenly, you’re facing a hefty fine or even a shutdown for using water illegally. … Read more
Your maize is knee-high, the long rains were good, and you’re already counting your harvest. Then, two weeks of scorching sun in what should be April’s downpour, and everything wilts. Sound familiar? For Kenyan farmers, climate risk isn’t a future threat—it’s the erratic rain, the surprise hailstorm in Limuru, the prolonged drought in Kajiado. It’s … Read more