22 January 2026Introduction Many farmers today are doing everything right on paper. They plant on time, apply fertilizer, control pests, and still notice one worrying trend: yields are slowly declining. The soil looks fine, yet crops are weaker, fertilizer response is lower, and costs keep rising. This situation is often described as
20 January 2026Introduction Many farmers today are doing everything right on paper. They plant on time, apply fertilizer, control pests, and still notice one worrying trend: yields are slowly declining. The soil looks fine, yet crops are weaker, fertilizer response is lower, and costs keep rising. This situation is often described as
Tea farming is a long-term investment that depends heavily on soil health, balanced nutrition and consistent management. Unlike seasonal crops, tea bushes remain in the field for decades, meaning every fertilizer decision made today affects productivity for years to come. This is why choosing the right fertilizer is critical. Siri
12 January 2026Question from a Gen Z farmer , Murang’a: “Hi, I am a young lady who wants to start farming, but I understand very little about fertilizers. Please explain to me what influences the type of fertilizer to use, when, and why?” Hi, thank you for your question, and congratulations on
12 January 2026Soil health is the backbone of successful farming. No matter how good your seed or fertilizer is, crops will struggle if the soil environment is not right. One of the most common but often ignored soil problems is acidity. Across many farming regions, soils have gradually become acidic due to
11 January 2026Healthy soil is the foundation of productive farming. Many farmers apply fertilizer season after season but still struggle with poor crop performance, weak roots or low yields. In most cases, the problem is not the fertilizer itself, but the condition of the soil. One of the most effective ways to
29 December 2025Tomato farming can be very rewarding, but only when nutrition is handled correctly. Tomatoes are heavy feeders, and their nutrient needs change as the plant grows. Applying the same fertilizer from transplanting to harvest often results in weak plants, flower drop, small fruits, and low yields. A clear nutrition calendar
18 December 2025Flower abortion is one of the most common challenges faced by capsicum farmers. Even when plants appear healthy, farmers often notice that flowers drop off before developing into fruits. This not only reduces yields but also wastes the crop’s energy and resources. While some may blame environmental stress or pests,
18 December 2025Capsicum, commonly known as sweet pepper or hoho, is one of the most profitable vegetable crops grown by farmers across Kenya. It has a ready market, good farm gate prices and the advantage of continuous harvesting when well managed. However, achieving high yields and quality fruits depends heavily on proper
18 December 2025Maize farming remains one of the most important agricultural activities for farmers across Kenya and the region. Whether grown for food or income, maize performance depends heavily on proper nutrition throughout the growth cycle. Many farmers focus a lot on planting fertilizer but underestimate what happens next. In reality, the
