26 March 2026Introduction Every good harvest starts in the soil. You can plant the best seeds. You can control pests well. You can do everything right.But if your soil is not supplying nutrients properly, your crops will struggle. This is a challenge many farmers are facing today. Soils are tired. Nutrients are
06 February 2026Fertilizer choice during planting plays one of the most important roles in determining crop performance throughout the season. Many farmers have traditionally relied on ordinary Diammonium Phosphate (DAP) fertilizer during planting. While DAP provides phosphorus and nitrogen, modern agriculture demands more balanced nutrition to support strong crop establishment. This is
23 January 2026Green capsicum, also known as green pepper or hoho, is one of the most profitable horticultural crops in Kenya. Demand is steady in local markets, hotels, and export chains because capsicum is used daily in homes and restaurants. However, good yields and quality fruits do not happen by chance. They
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
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,
