Kelvin Wairimu
The guide walks you through each stage of watermelon farming in Kenya - from choosing the right...
Kelvin Wairimu
Kelvin Wairimu is a Young Passionate Agripreneur, Manager and Chief Editor Of The Farmworx. He is an Experienced and Practicing Farmer, Agricultural Economist and a Consultant.He holds a Bacherors Degree in Agricultural Economics From University of Eldoret,CPA 3 And a Certificate in Advanced Computer Software.
Master spinach farming in Kenya with our complete guide. From seed selection to harvest—grow profitable spinach in...
Discover the best fertilizers for beans with our complete guide. Learn optimal NPK ratios, application timing, expert...
Maximize your Kenya maize farming profits! Discover whether green or dry maize delivers higher returns in 2025,...
Proper maize crop management ( weed and pest control) is non-negotiable if you want to maximize your maize...
The average total cost of avocado production per acre, from planting to the first three years of...
Several factors can cause this decline in egg production, including stress, poor-quality feeds, diseases, age, and deworming...
For faster maize crop growth and High yield DAP, NPK 23.23.0 and CAN are the best maize...
Achieving high yields in maize farming primarily depends on the choice of variety and effective management practices...
This is the most important truth in farming: plants CANNOT distinguish between nutrients from organic or synthetic...
Discover why H6218 ,H6213, H629, H628 and H614 are the best maize varieties with a yield potential...
Why Tsavo WE4141, Haraka WH101, DKC 90-89, SC Sungura 301, DK 8031,H520,DKC 8033 ,SC DUMA 43 are...
Farmers purchased Rumex seedlings from Salushi NGO at Ksh. 2,000 to Ksh. 5,000 per seedling believing to...
The best fertilizers for onions are Di ammonium Phosphate DAP, NPK 17.17.17 and CAN. These can also...
The best time to plant onions in Kenya are June and November. Planting in June they harvest...
Realistically, one acre of land produce 20 to 50 bags of maize depending on variety ,Rain and...
Present, the cost of maize production per acre is sh. 54,550. The profit in maize production per...
The best months to plant cabbages in Kenya are November and February. At this time, at least...
The best fertilizer for cabbages in Kenya is Di ammonium phosphate DAP , Calcium ammonium Phosphate CAN...
Gloria F1 is one of Kenya's most sought-after cabbage varieties, known for its quick maturity (75-85 days),heavy weight...
Earning from Sale Number 18 reached $15,784,161.04 (approximately Ksh 2 billion) reflecting increase from the $14,767,273.04 recorded...
On average, a farmer can plant between 10,000 to 12,000 cabbages per acre, depending on the spacing...
If you a Looking for a high-yielding, disease-tolerant, and market-preferred cabbage variety, Kiboko F1 is your best...
200 layers can produce between 150–180 eggs per day, achieving a laying percentage of 75-90%. Egg...
Starting a chicken farm in Kenya can cost anywhere between Ksh. 5,000 and Ksh. 1,000,000, depending on...
A well-fed and properly managed Friesian cow can produce 15-40 litres of milk per day. However, actual...
The price for a Friesian cow in Kenya ranges from sh. 60,000 to sh. 1,000,000 depending on...
Bulb onions are unlikely to make you a millionaire in just three months. In fact, it's often...
Learn how to start poultry farming in Kenya with this beginner's guide. Discover tips for broilers, layers,...
Farmers harvesting tomatoes and cabbages are set to make good money and profit in Dry months of...
Learn how to start a profitable dairy farm in Kenya in 2025. From choosing the right cow...
Struggling with pigs that aren't fattening as quickly as you'd like? Boost pig growth and fattening, using...
Stop wasting time and money on incorrect methods for planting avocados. Instead, try this approach detailing the...
Discover tomato profit per acre in 2025, with detailed cost analysis, profit scenarios for both seasoned farmers...
Understand the symptoms of coccidiosis , causes, and recommended medications to protect your flock and ensure their...
This guide provides insights on production costs, potential profits, and market appeal, helping farmers make informed decisions...
To maximize milk production, focus on enhancing feeding practices, improving breeding, and ensuring good health to protect...
Tomato farmers are resorting to throwing away their tomatoes or feeding them to pigs and cows because...
Learn about ideal soil types, planting techniques, pest management, and fertilizer tips to ensure high yields and...
Ruiru 11 stands out as Kenya’s top coffee variety, offering unmatched yields and resistance to Coffee Berry...
Kenyan farmers are grappling with record-low produce prices due to oversupply and weak consumer spending. Explore the...
Discover effective strategies for maize farming in Kenya. Learn about soil quality, varieties, pest management, and much...
Struggling with weeds in your maize field? Discover Kenya's top selective herbicides to protect your crops, save...
Farming is full with challenges. Learn how to manage frustrations and thrive in the unpredictable world of...
The hidden challenges of popular farming ventures. Learn why these businesses can lead to losses and how...
Struggling with a heifer that hasn’t conceived? Discover why delayed heat cycles and low conception rates occur,...
Holding onto fresh, perishable produce in hopes of inflated prices is a risky endeavor that often results...
From soil preparation and top cucumber varieties to pest control and market tips, this guide covers...
Does feeding dairy meal really boost milk production? Discover affordable feeding options for Kenyan dairy farmers that...
Learn how to make affordable, high-quality layers feed in Kenya with this simple, DIY recipe designed to...
Learn how to make your dairy cows produce thick, rich milk in Kenya. Feeding tips, breeding strategies,...
Learn how to grow capsicums in Kenya with this detailed guide. From selecting seeds to pest control...
The best times to plant tomatoes in Kenya are in March and August, with harvesting being done...
Do you wonder how GM crops are made?Discover steps of making genetically modified crops from tissue culture...
In broiler farming if they exceed 4 weeks maturity with low weight, farmers starts to counting losses....
Planting the best high yielding tomato variety at the best time, good feeding with fertilizer, total control...
Tomato farmers cry making losses all the time you even wonder ,when is tomato farming really profitable?...
Farmers asked for sh.6000 per bag but the government offered Sh 4000 terming it profitable. But is...
Here are the best 7 Maize varieties to plant in Kenya this October 2024 short rains. They...
Di-ammonium Phosphate D.A. P, N.P. K and C.A.N; are the best fertilizers for big cabbages top-dressed at...
After eight months of low market prices, farmers can now enjoy a short season of high market...
From a season of high farm produce prices to loss counting season. Farm produce price are at...
Join us as we explore in detail how farmers can grow cabbages in the shortest time possible...
Selecting good chickens can be a headache especially if new to farming. This guide teaches how to...
The secret of tree tomato farming is planting the best variety in warm and hot regions. Planting...
Have you ever thought of producing 500 liters of milk per day if not 1000 Liters from...
Spinach farming profitability in Kenya depends on timing, location and quality of produce. Has a maturity of...
Fermented feeds contain beneficial bacteria that are easily digested and absorbed. If fed it skips fermentation period...
Discover why bulb Onions, tomatoes, broccoli, cauliflower, kale, spinach, managu, peas, and carrots are not the best...
If you have bought such chickens, it's always recommended to quarantine them for two weeks before mixing...
After a prolonged market shortage, almost all farmers are harvesting. Onion and tomato prices are at their...
Supplement growers' feeds with broken maize and Omena milled or ochonga to speed up the development of...
Machicha,or brewer waste,is a by-product of the beer-making process.It is rich in energy and proteins and is...
Coffee leaf rust is a fungal disease that spreads mainly in moist, cold seasons . Leaves start...
Expanding the pool of licensed coffee brokers is anticipated to spur the uptake of new commodities products...
The Coffee Cherry Advance Revolving Fund (CCARF) was established to provide smallholder farmers with an affordable, sustainable,...
Rotten silage is a silent killer for your livestock. Discover the devastating effects of poor silage quality...
Discover the latest food price trends! Tomatoes, onions, potatoes, and more are now cheaper. Find out how...
Are you a beginner in broilers farming? Here is full guide from preparation, handling at day 1,...
Coffee farming used to be a lucrative venture in the 90's but slowly the industry is dying....
Bloating happens when gas forms and builds up in the rumen of ruminants. We tell you the...
In the awake of virtual vets and extensions officers these careers face extinction soon. Farmers no longer...
Ever wonder how some farmers cultivate large acres without capital constraints? Intercropping is the secret, providing extra...
After two years of record-high prices, bulb onion prices are now steadily declining. In just one month,...
Poor quality feeds are known to cause stunted growth which means more cost of production. Here is...
Instead of buying a bunch at ksh 10, Consider planting dhania at your balcony or kitchen garden....
Broiler meat chickens can produce eggs but only under specific conditions But it cannot be done commercially....
This is a proof through data that organic farming is a loss making loss making business in...
Its a must to understand the costs involved from day one until the laying period ends if...
We analyze the Top 5 Demon Chilli Varieties in Kenya and their distinctive Features, from birds eye...
Feeding in-calf cows with calcium-rich mineral salts during the dry stage can lead to metabolic disorders like...
From preparing the seedlings to transplanting, this section provides detailed guidance on every step to ensure a...
We analyze the costs associated with pig farming to demonstrate hoe farmers make Ksh 14,000 loss but...
Are you stranded on the best milk cow to kick start your dairy farming? Worry not. Here...
The best way to grow large potatoes is by planting high-yield varieties, providing proper nutrition, and preventing...
Beans farming is profitable if managed collectly. With this guide, farmers can harvest up to 10 90kgs...
Are your maize turning yellow? Here is the solution. Topdressing with Diammonium phosphate DAP or NPK 23.23.0...
Are you tired of your chickens not producing enough eggs? Don't worry, I've got you covered. By...
Mastitis in dairy cows is a serious condition that can lead to decreased milk production and even...
Are you tired of Tuta Absoluta wreaking havoc on your tomato? Don't worry, I've got you covered!...
Is it really worth the investment? Don't fall for the hype - read on to learn why...
Dairy farming is all about more milk and more milk. Here are the best feeds to increase...
The number of cabbages that can grow in acre depends with spacing, variety and market. Combined with...
The 5 key factors are a must to farmers aspiring to increase their production. Though simple ,the...
Fast growing spinach varieties with high yield and wide market acceptability is what farmers need for...
Learn how you can grow and earn from the most consumed non acid kales
The dairy market is flooded with fake salts that end up harming the animals. To avoid this,...
if you're looking to eliminate melon flies quickly, try following these helpful tips. Very easy and most...
This is exactly what you should be looking for when buying a dairy cow.
Avoid scammers and fraudsters...
High quality and affordable dairy meal is key for milk production. Here is a simple complete formulation...
Discover what distinguishes H6213 as the superior late-maturing maize variety in Kenya.
Findings indicate Dap and farmyard manure are the best maize planting fertilizers for high yield.
Low supply and early rains are the cause of high market prices currently. Find out how farmers...
Here is a full proof of how small scale farmers can Harvest 16-90kg bags from a...
Consider planting these drought high yielding maize varieties in the coming short rains and bet with me;...
Looking for the best crops to plant during an El Nino season, here's a list of the...
Are you wondering how much you can make from farming capsicum in acre?
Here is the full cost...
Intending to farm cabbages, know Here is how much you can make or loose in cabbage farming...
Are you looking for a simpler way of silage making process in Kenya without molasses? Here...
Tomato farmers double your yields and make super profits like never before using the new technique of...
Looking for the fastest and simplest way to make silage in 2023? Look no further! Here are...
Avoid early chicken deaths by vaccinating on time.
The lack of milk in pigs for piglets is a simple condition that can be prevented and...
Based on the production patterns and market dynamic we believe these crops' price may be high in...
A list of the most bought bulls by dairy farmers. KAGRC bulls are well selected by a...
Minimize high cost of manual weeding by using these selective herbicides in carrots farming.
Super effective without...
High yield in avocado farming comes from good variety diseases management and correct fertilizer application. Find...
The truth on why you should not uproot your ordinary Napier grass for Pakchong-1 super Napier.
Also...
Every farmer plants with an intention to harvest and make money. However misinformation on best variety has...
Kunde has the highest profit returns if managed well with ability to mature with just over a...
Bloating can kill a cow within 15 minutes making it the fastest silent killer. To prevent fatalities,...
10 -20 tons in acre is a dream to many onion farmers despite being easy. This is...
The most sought after onion variety in Kenya Find out why Neptune f1 is loved by...
An analysis of how farmers are selling their produce. which products are like to face a rise...
What makes a cow produce 50 or 60 liters per day? A combination of these factors ...
We answer the questions, is dragon fruit farming a scam like qualls? Why are those marketing the...
Despite being the largest exporter, tea is still the lowest earner. Urgent interventions are required to save...
As maize silage demand rise, getting right maize seed variety with highest yield in terms of Tonnage...
As price of basic products such as bread and sugar rise, prices of eggs and milk are...
Ineffective control methods of fall army worm has led to massive loss of yields. Here are the...
In rainy seasons,the massive supply of these crops leads to fall in prices below production costs leading...
Learn if the disease killing your chickens is coccidiosis, its signs, prevention and how to control it...
Good yield depends on good quality onions in terms of size. The bigger the size the better...
The ability of courgettes to grow very fast makes it the best crop for most small-scale farmers.
This...
After planting the correct maize varieties, there are three other factors a farmer must do for high...
Just like kale, broccoli is easy to farm and does not require a lot of costs. Faster...
As the government continues distributing subsidized NPK fertilizers to maize farmers, here is the difference between DAP...
Though consumed by many, the market prices are highly influenced by change in the economy especially imports...
Delayed heat in dairy cows is a major cause of losses for most farmers. These are the...
The effect is the same in all farm as there is no water for irrigation and the...
The most important resource on earth is on scarcity and the only solution is to harvest and...
Is carrot farming profitable in Kenya? when and how should you plant carrots? Learn the best simple...
Though most agricultural product prices are low, these products are still enjoying good prices giving farmers high...
This is how various 7 crops are expected to perform in 2023. so which will gain or...
As the world revives from the effects of covid-19 ,the economy is expected to slow down this...
Agricultural productivity depends on changes on these key variables. They are interdependent and its only the government...
If the proposals by Kenya power are approved by EPRA agriculture will sure the greatest blow. Every...
One of the ways to increase profit is increasing yield. In coffee farming a simple mistake can...
High competition on water use and long drought experienced by mot farmers requires innovative ways of conserving...
Most farmers are unable to identify these signs leading to delays in serving. This leads to no...
Calf weaning is that stage where the mother's milk is withdrawn and the calf can now fully...
Brucellosis is one of the most common contagious and communicable zoonotic diseases with high rates of morbidity...
As more farmers turn to pig farming with aim of making profits, The following practices will enhance...
All is not lost for greenhouses affected by bacterial wilt. The best CROPS that can be farmed...
Phosphorus is a key component in maize establishment as it helps in early crop development, reducing grain...
Prepare the land well in advance, digging out all tree stumps, roots, bushes, and grasses. Obtain certified...
A dairy farmer is only in a business when his dairy cows have high production per lactation....
A calf every year is one of the key indicators of a successful dairy farming. 60% of...
Mastitis is one of the most costly diseases in dairy farming. It is expensive to control especially...
Dehorning calves at a young stage reduces the risk of injuring and bruising the rest of the...
Is Fall Armyworm FAW manageable? Yes. If identified early,it can be controlled early at minimal costs...
Key factors that a farmer has to consider when selecting the best onion variety include Color ,shape...
After a whole month of high market prices , The potato prices has started to fall as...
Tomato prices have been low for a low time now due to high market supply. But there...
Feeding ARVs to chickens is very un ethical as the effects are very detrimental. Government should intervene...
Most farmers think they are making profit in their farming while in real since they are making...
The big dilemma in farming is how farmer makes losses despite having a good harvest. Here are...
The high levels of pesticides residues ,antibiotics residues and aflatoxins are are already making our foods unsafe...
Since the farmer has control on cost and not selling price, Minimizing costs is the only way...
For a bumper harvest yellow bean you need moderately fertile well-drained sandy-loam soil and protection against diseases.
Enhance your yields by learning what fertilizers to apply and what chemicals to spray against various pest...
For a good yield and profit you MUST learn effective ways of pest and diseases management....
The reliability of rainfall is declining and farmers have to find innovative ways to maintain high yields...
The high demand for sunflower and its products has seen its price soar high. Farmers can easily...
Have you ever wondered why you sow some seeds and they fail to germinate? Most of these...
In large scale farming use of maize herbicides is the most economic way of controlling weeds. But...
Crops require water and fertile soils to produce good yield. However, climate variability is inhibiting growth of...
As a farmer who is in business, here is an update on the current agricultural market trends...
Preserving excess Napier in silage form can save a farmer from challenges of fodder shortage in times...
Phosphorus deficiency evidenced by purple discoloration and caused by low phosphorus levels in the soil cause ...
The crop may appears healthy with little discoloration But on closer analysis especially under the leaf shows...
What makes melon fruit fly worse is the fact that its damage happens from the inside leading...
Wrong capsicum planting spacing leads to low yields holding all the other factors constant. find out...
Blackspots are Kenya's most destructive disease in tomato, spinach, and roses farming.it affects crops like tomatoes, spinach,...
Application of cattle manure and inorganic fertilizers has proofed to improve fruit quality and increase profit cost...
Thrips are responsible for 60% yield loss and over 30% of the total cost of production in...
Knowing the amount you will incur in your production helps in determining the quantity to produce at...
Agriculture is purely based on weather.Here is precise weather update that can help you in planning your...
In a world where everything is commercialized, getting quality is not a guarantee. But do you know...
Are you conversant with the potatoe variety that you farm?Do you the varieties that does well in...
According to the volatility of market prices of most agricultural products such as cabbages ,tomatoes and onions...
I believe the hardest thing is to buy a dairy cow only only for it not to...
Cabbages,tomatoes ,dairy,pigs and poultry farming are still uncertain due to high cost of production, and forces of...
Even though french beans are grown for export under contract farming,few farmers know how minimise their costs...
A price of KES 2800 per 50kg of DAP is a great joy to farmers as they...
The principle of economies of scale is limited by land size. Small scale farmers are left to...
After all is done in production ,what remains is to sell the produce at the best...
Have you ever bought seeds that later failed to germinate? Always consider these factors before buying your...
In farming there are alot of factors that can lead losses. When spraying agro chemicals ensure you...
Before settling on the land to lease for farming ensure you consider the factors below. They are...
You harvest what you feed to your crops. Knowing how to apply tomato fertilizers and at collect...
The key in lowering cost associated with tomato diseases is early identification and prevention.Wrong identification leads to...
Any profitable farming business requires proper planning ,and budgeting. Lack of it is what making most farmers...
Despite there being high demand for tomatoes the prices are low and falling as those of macadamia,...
Profit in farming requires the knowledge of what,when,and how to produce what the market requires at a...
A thousand questions are in farmers mind wondering if things are going to change in 2022 in...
High inflation combined with increasing cost of fuel and fertilizers is raising cost of farming. Will farmers...
Producing at the lowest cost is every farmers goal.But the lack of records and budgeting makes...
Have you been frustrated by the seedlings you buy? Do you want to start raising your seedlings...
How do various passion behave in different climate conditions? What soil do they perform best? These are...
A success story of how youth are taking agricultural industry by storm.From producing one kilogram to one...
We have walked together with you farmer daily providing solutions to your farming challenges with one...
With the prolonged drought most farmers are said to be making money especially those ones doing irrigation?...
Farmers are worried by how fertilizer prices are increasing and its in availability in the market. The...
Most farmers have never known that soil can cause total crops failure. Understand the type of soil...
After hard work of managing your onions well,its time to harvest .we explain how curing harvesting and...
The greed for profit has made many farmers loss conscience for humanity. Find out the products often...
Need to increase soil fertility has made farmers depend on fertilizers for increased production. If fertilizer's prices...
There is a huge difference between kales vs. collards? From the growth structure, leaves quality ,yield per...
Like Tuta absoluta, whiteflies is another pest that has run many tomato farmers out of business. With...
Even though returns on maize farming are directly proportional to land size, factors such as how you...
Cattle feed manufacturers are least bothered about the health of the animals or the production and their...
Good yields depend on the right seed for particular climate zones. Understand the right maize variety...
Do you know you can make a profit in the kitchen garden with your coriander (dhania) while...
Coriander"dhania" leaves farming is one of the easiest crop to produce with a guaranteed profit and highest...
The ultimate guide to the best kales and collards in Kenya for the year 2024! Read distinguishing...
Do you know that wrong planting can cost you much as it is associated with poor germination...
Late blight is one of the many diseases that has caused massive losses in tomatoes farming.Its is...
Blossom end rot is a physiological condition caused by calcium nitrogen imbalance in the soil, especially when...
Even though with technology it's easy to overcome the weather challenge, various crops tend to perform differently...
Purple blotch is one of the most stressful disease in onion farming causing massive losses to farmers....
Have you ever wonder what causes death of your seedlings after transplant? Do you know what causes...
The hardest thing in onion farming is trying to control or kill a pest without destroying the...
Onion farming unlike other crops, success depends mostly on knowing how, when and the amount of water...
Black rot is another disease increasing cost of production in cabbage farming.Did you know that its seed...
Do you know that you can have a good variety but be frustrated as more than 50%...
Did you know that onion customer are very selective when it comes to smell, shape,size ,color and...
Find out why Batiani coffee variety is famous but most farmers are still relactant to shift from...
The greatest dilemma that one can have as a farmer is finding the best variety that resistant...
In pepper ( I.e bell & hot pepper") farming understanding common bacterial diseases helps the farmer in...
It is true to say that, Harmonization of information,data and procedure for improved coffee production is key...
Dairy Management starts from feeding to housing. How and what do you feed your dairy cows? What...
The largest population segment in Kenya are farmers who depend on their farming as a source of...
Do you know that you can have a good silage by the look but in real sense...
Did you know The aeroponic system of cultivation for the production of first generation seed potatoes is...
Are you confused whether the disease is bacterial wilt or not?Here is a simple test you can...
From our farming experience here are the top five cabbage varieties you can farm in Kenya.Aim is...
Can one make money farming spinach ? Here is everything you need on spinach farming from planting...
Find out why strawberry farming is the simplest agricultural enterprise that does not require much capital and...
The main aim of every farmer is to make profit but only few does.Compare your cost analysis...
Is your vegetables safe,managu for this case? This article details all you need to know on Managu...
The fact is that when it comes to providing nutrients for the plant organic is NOT better...
Reduction in land size calls for production optimization per unit area of land size,This is how we...
Besides price there are these five factors that determine the number of customers you attract ,retain as...
According to Spanish toxicologist Francisco Sanchez Bayo, in most countries where these neonicotinoids are used, 40% of...
For the need of economic revolution (for high employment, high productivity, value-creation and export economy), the steering...
Learn how to control bulb rot and other bacterial diseases that increase cost of management in onion...
Farming like any other business has its own risks that can lead to massive losses. These 8...
All is not over for tomatoes farming in a greenhouse affected by bacterial wilt. Through hydroponics, one...
Tomatoes are a basic complement for most foods for Kenyan which has led to increased demand and...
Farmers do you know Poor egg nutrition, bad brooder, lack of vaccination and bad feed are major...
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Good ratio of roosters to layer 1:4 will increases chances of the eggs laid to be...
Tuta absoluta despite being very devastating and causing massive losses can be controlled by these simple measures...
We offer you a well-detailed guide on melons farming plus solutions to problems you may face...
This is a simple and detailed guide on how to formulate your own feeds with readily available...
Have you lost a lot of money in tomatoes farming due to total crop failure? Worry no...
Here is detailed guideline from planting to harvesting that thousands of farmers are using. Everything from...
Farmers ask us, how do we manage to get good quality cabbages in our farms while...