Methods of Overcoming Dormancy on Fruit Trees
Overcoming dormancy in fruit trees is essential for ensuring a successful growing season and a bountiful harvest. Dormancy is a natural protective mechanism that prevents fruit trees from budding and...
View ArticleAnna Apple: A Dual Purpose Cultivar that is early ripening and does well in...
The Anna apple, often referred to as the “Anna French” apple, is known for its adaptability to a wide range of climates and its ability to thrive in warmer conditions […] The post Anna Apple: A Dual...
View ArticleKenya’s Journey to Becoming a Global Avocado Powerhouse: Insights from the...
Over the past six years, Kenya’s ambition to become a global leader in high-quality avocado production and export has gained significant momentum, thanks to the Kenya Crops and Dairy Markets […] The...
View ArticleControlling the papaya mealybug pest; progress made in coastal Kenya
An initiative to combat the destructive papaya mealybug in Kenya is reaping rewards. A natural predator – a parasitic wasp – has been introduced to coastal counties to help control the pest. […] The...
View ArticleApple Mango Variety In Kenya: Exploring It’s Rich Diversity
The Apple mango variety is the most popular and widely grown mango variety in Kenya. It is known for its sweet, juicy flesh and its smooth, thin skin. Apple mangoes […] The post Apple Mango Variety In...
View ArticleCara Cara Orange Farming in Kenya: A Comprehensive Cultivation Guide
Cara Cara oranges are a special type of orange that is red inside and very sweet. They are becoming more and more popular in Kenya, and many farmers are starting […] The post Cara Cara Orange Farming...
View ArticleTop 5 Most Profitable and Long-Term Fruit Crops for Nyanza Region Farmers
Situated in the western part of Kenya, the Nyanza Region has earned a well-deserved reputation for its exceptionally fertile soils, favorable climate, and good rainfall. This unique combination of...
View ArticleJabuticaba elected second best fruit in the world at online travel guide for...
Jabuticaba is the edible fruit of the Brazilian grapetree. The purplish-black, white-pulped fruit can be eaten raw or used to make jellies, jams, juice and wine. The fruit now has […] The post...
View ArticleBooth 7 Avocado Variety In Kenya: The Best Avocado For Coastal Regions
Many farmers in the arid and coastal regions of Kenya have been reaching out to us at Farmers Trend with a recurring question: “Which avocado variety can thrive in the […] The post Booth 7 Avocado...
View ArticleGolden Dorsett Apple Variety; A Comprehensive Farming Guide
The Golden Dorsett apple is a delicious and versatile variety that grows well in the Kenyan highlands. Known for its sweet and crisp flavor, this apple is perfect for fresh […] The post Golden Dorsett...
View ArticleTapping into Avocado Gold: A Look at Africa’s Economic Potential, Export...
Avocados have been dubbed “green gold” for good reasons. The creamy fruit is a rising superfood, in high demand around the world. Africa is one of the largest producers of […] The post Tapping into...
View ArticleBanana Factory in Murang’a Set to Transform Kenya’s Agribusiness
In the heartlands of Murang’a County, Kenya, a long-awaited dream is gradually taking shape on the fertile lands of the Saba Saba Agribusiness cooperative society. A banana factory, two decades […] The...
View ArticleImplications for Avocado Farmers: Government Deregisters Avocado Society of...
The Avocado Association of Kenya has been deregistered by the government. In a letter dated 15th January 2024, the government through the Agriculture and Food Authority’s (AFA) Horticultural Crops...
View ArticleA Comprehensive Guide to Fertilizer and Spray Programs for Successful Apple...
Apple farming in Kenya has gained significant attention due to its economic potential and the rising demand for locally produced fruit. However, achieving a successful apple harvest requires careful...
View ArticleBanana Spray and Fertilizer Program Guide for Optimal Growth and Yield
Banana cultivation plays a significant role in the global economy, providing income for millions of households worldwide. One of the key factors that influence the success of banana cultivation is […]...
View ArticleCanistel (Egg Fruit) Farming: A Rare Highly Nutritious Fruit & Where To...
Canistel (Pouteria campechiana), commonly known as eggfruit, is a tropical fruit tree. Though the size and shape of this fruit can vary greatly from one tree to another, the most favorable […] The post...
View ArticleAlphonso and Kent mango varieties lock out Kenya from EU
Kenya has yet to start exporting mangoes to the European Union (EU) more than two years after it lifted a self-imposed ban on shipments to the key market, officials said, […] The post Alphonso and Kent...
View ArticleTaking Advantage Of Qatar; Kenya’s Unexploited Hass Avocado Market
Farmers in Kenya have been asked to take advantage of the ripe avocado market in Qatar to ease pressure on oversaturated Dubai. Okisegere Ojepat, chief executive at the Fresh Produce […] The post...
View ArticlePomelo Fruit Farming in Kenya: A Complete Cultivation Guide
Pomelo (Citrus grandis) is a greenish, tropical and subtropical fruit originally that is larger than any other citrus fruit on the planet (thus the species name – ‘grandis’). Though it […] The post...
View ArticleGood News To Kenya Avocado Farmers As Export Set To Resume
Avocado exports from Kenya will resume in two weeks, ending a four-month suspension imposed by the Agricultural Food Authority (AFA). The ‘ban‘, which was initiated by the Horticultural Crops...
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