Horticulture farming in Kenya is a rapidly growing sector that plays an impactful role in the country’s economy and food security. It is one of the fastest-growing agricultural sectors, currently ranked third in terms of foreign exchange earnings, after tourism and tea. While only 4% of horticultural produce is exported, the majority is consumed locally, supporting …
Kenyan farmers are increasingly gaining access to global markets through various initiatives. However, they often face significant barriers, such as meeting the quality and safety standards required for export. While there is strong international demand for Kenyan agricultural products like fruits, vegetables, and coffee, many farmers struggle due to limited knowledge of these standards and …
Agriculture plays an important role in sustaining millions of livelihoods across Africa, particularly for smallholder farmers who depend on it for income, food security, and overall well-being. However, challenges such as climate variability, market fluctuations, and limited access to resources often impact farmers’ lives. JJ Agro Growers Limited, a family-owned agricultural company based in Tanzania, …
Cotton is this amazing, versatile product that we find in many forms in our daily life. Yet, even though everyone knows its use within the clothing industry, it is often forgotten that the cotton plant does not only yield lint but also seeds that are used for the production of edible oil, biofuel and animal …
Soil testing can help farmers to know the current condition of their soil, and how to improve it for optimal crop growth. A soil test can also help farmers avoid over-fertilization, which harms the environment and wastes money. It can test for nutrients such as nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium, calcium, magnesium, sulfur, and other trace elements. …
As the vibrant crocuses bloom under the sun, saffron pickers harvest the brightly colored flowers, marking the start of the new saffron harvest season in Afghanistan. Saffron isn’t just a vibrant addition to cuisines worldwide; it’s a spice valued for both its flavor and medicinal properties. It is also one of limited number of high …
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East Africa faces significant challenges due to climate change. Rising temperatures, unpredictable rainfall, and more frequent extreme weather events are affecting agriculture, natural resources, and food security. In response to these challenges, the SNV CRAFT project is making a positive impact by bringing together various stakeholders and service providers. eProd Solutions is a partner in …
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Potatoes are the second most consumed food crop in Kenya, with approximately 800,000 smallholder farms growing them on 158,000 hectares of land. However, certified potato seed production in Kenya accounts for less than 2% of the demand. This lack of access to quality seed and planting materials contributes to high disease rates in crops, lower …
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The Africa Rice Center (AfricaRice), one of our partners is a pan-African Center of rice research and development. AfricaRice is leading the way in rice research and development, increasing productivity and profitability of rice-based agribusinesses in Africa. The Africa Rice Centre developed a smart application, RiceAdvice that provides detailed rice production advice. This advice is …
In 2016, eProd Solutions first had discussions with Mercy Corps AgriFin through Sieka Gatabaki. The discussions looked at how, as