On Monday, October 26 2020 I happened to be a guest speaker in a KEYOP – Kenya Youth Employment Opportunities Project training that was held at St. Antony Sirisia Boys High School of Bumula constituency, Bungoma County. 300 youths from various levels of academic qualifications were selected by the government and taken through a number …
The preparation of Raised Planting Beds as demonstrated by SAWBO animation videos. Farming is a very exciting and fulfilling venture. Watching planted seeds break the ground, sprout into young crops, and grow into vibrant plants is awe inspiring. This creates a special attachment between a farmer and their crops – a bond that’s nurtured with …
In interviews we conducted recently across Kakamega County, following all Kenya government and World Health Organization rules and regulations on fighting Covid-19, 20 farmers revealed how they’ve been fighting crop pests and diseases on their farms. While most farmers solved their problems using conventional pesticides mixed in water and sprayed on plants or powders applied …
One more environmentally friendly use for the Neem tree Read More »
In Western Kenya Kakamega County, farmers face various challenges in their practices. County governments employ a number of extension officers to provide essential services, but those are often limited to artificial insemination (AI) and livestock management. Non-governmental organizations and the private sector have extension officers who provide extension services hence facilitating government effort to improve …
Educational animations filling the gap for extension services Read More »