European market potential for mangoes
The Kenyan mango industry has a competitive advantage due to its extended mango season spanning from October to March and a shorter season from April to June.
mangoe farming in kenya
Benefits of Growing Your Own Fruits
Benefits for you and your family: Fresh and nutritious fruits. Fruits from your own garden are higher in nutrients than the ones that have traveled several thousand miles to get to your grocery store. Having your children assist you in the garden can increase the chance that they… Read More »Benefits of Growing Your Own Fruits
WHY YOU SHOULD PLANT AN ORANGE-TREE FRUIT TODAY
Sweet and juicy to taste, orange is one of the most popular fruits in Kenya as well as the world. Belonging to a group of citrus fruits called hesperidium, oranges have more health benefits than one. Here are the top 10 health benefits of the fruit that Kenyans… Read More »WHY YOU SHOULD PLANT AN ORANGE-TREE FRUIT TODAY
PEST AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT IN MANGO FARMING IN KENYA
In organic farming systems, preventive methods based on proper crop and habitat management are encouraged. Direct methods of control are reserved for emergencies only. Synthetic insecticides and fungicides are not allowed in organic mango production. The most destructive mango pests are the mango seed weevil and the mango… Read More »PEST AND DISEASE MANAGEMENT IN MANGO FARMING IN KENYA
Mango varieties in kenya
Francis Francis has a deliciously spicy and sweet taste. The flesh has fibers but is very soft and juicy. Francis is Bright yellow in color with green overtones and flaunts an elongated and sigmoid S-shape. Owing to the fibrous flesh, Francis may not be a popular choice for… Read More »Mango varieties in kenya
Establishing a tree fruit orchard in Kenya
Establishing an orchard for your tree fruits Where to plant your fruit trees is an important consideration when starting your orchard. Ideally you want good drainage, good soil, plenty of sunshine (fruiting trees require a minimum of 6-8 hours of sun per day during the growing season), and… Read More »Establishing a tree fruit orchard in Kenya