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01/11/2023

Temporary export bans are one of the main avenues Kenya uses to deter premature harvesting of avocados which leads to the export of low-quality fruit.

This comes at a time when demand for avocados has risen significantly in recent years, leading to better prices for the fruit.

13/09/2023

Data released on Wednesday by Heinrich Boll Foundation, an environment and food security lobbyist, shows that Kenyans are consuming food containing residues of pesticides banned in Europe in 2007, but sold to farmers in Kenya.

Your sumptuous tomato salad, fruit pudding, potatoes or sukumawiki stew could be predisposing you to untold health risks due to toxic pesticide residues found in sampled agrochemicals used by farmers, a new report shows.

11/09/2023

Cases of contamination in pork and poultry meat are on the rise. To fight this, all stakeholders, from the farmer to the food market, must actively enforce high standards of food hygiene and sanitation throughout the supply chain.

How Kenya's food safety profile is worsening, and why it's time to act

07/09/2023

Tip of the week: Embrace sustainable farming practices! From water conservation techniques to organic pest control, sustainable farming protects the environment and ensures long-term profitability.

Take a tour of Alice's farm and get inspired by her tips on sustainable farming.

Join me on a tour of Alice's super productive self-sufficient garden and get inspired by easy to implement and free ecological gardening for beginners tips a...

05/09/2023

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Temperature control is not just about serving cold drinks! It's key to avoiding foodborne illnesses. From hot dishes to chilled desserts, maintaining the right temperatures is a must. Check out our tips on temperature control in your catering events.

28/08/2023

Thinking of starting a small-scale agribusiness? Tip: Study the market and choose a niche product that will give good returns. Here are some of the most lucrative agribusiness ideas:

1. Fish Farming: In Kenya, people love to eat fish year-round. All you need to start off is a constant supply of water for the ponds and fish feeds. Some good fish to farm are Tilapia, Catfish, and Nile perch.
2. Mushrooms Farming: Mushrooms (organic mushrooms) have high demand, especially in high-end restaurants and domestic households. Mushrooms take a period of fewer than two months to mature and be ready for the market. With a capital of just Kshs. 50,000 you are good to start off.
3. Raising Pigs: Pigs are known for their rapid reproduction and growth. Selecting the right pig breeds can lead to substantial profits in a relatively short timeframe.
4. Avocado Farming: Avocado farming is a common practice in Kenya, with local varieties of avocado dominating the markets. The Hass avocado variety is in high demand in the European market. One advantage of the Hass avocado is that it only takes about three years to fully mature.
5. Growing Garlic: Garlic is a high-value horticultural crop. The average garlic crop reaches maturity in approximately six months. Successful garlic cultivation needs training, certified seeds, fertile soil, and an optimal environment. For export markets organic garlic is preferred.

Share your unique agribusiness ideas with us!

01/08/2023

Meet Gideon, a successful agribusiness entrepreneur from Kenya. He started his career as a worker in a packhouse and has grown to be one of the largest exporters of fresh produce in Kenya.

Follow the link to find out more about Luifarm and hear his inspiring story.

All your well curated stories on the wealth and businesses owned by Kenyans. The articles also focus on biographies of different personalities in Kenya.

24/07/2023

"The incidents serve as a stark reminder of the importance of maintaining strict food safety and hygiene standards in educational institutions. Parents and guardians need to be more vigilant than ever, urging schools to prioritize the health and well-being of their students above all else. "

KENYA - In a concerning incident, 148 students from Ikonge Girls Secondary School in Nyamira County, Kenya, have been rushed to various hospitals over suspe ...

19/07/2023

A welcome move from the government that will boost food safety for consumers.

Public food safety institutions will be required to file annual status reports if MPs approve a Bill seeking to establish the office of the food safety controller.

05/07/2023

Traceability isn't just for big players! Traceability is crucial for food safety, by tracking the journey of our food from source to plate, we can ensure the safety and excellence of what we consume.

Here's how you can implement traceability even in a small farm:

1️⃣ Record Keeping: Maintain detailed records of your farming practices, including inputs, cultivation methods, and harvest dates. This data forms the foundation for traceability.

2️⃣ Batch/Tag Identification: Assign unique identifiers to each batch of produce or use labeling/tags to track their origin and journey through the supply chain.

3️⃣ Farm-to-Fork Documentation: Document the movement of your produce from the farm to distribution points, capturing key information like transportation details and storage conditions.

4️⃣ Collaboration: Collaborate with local farmers' associations, cooperatives, or industry organizations to share best practices and collectively implement traceability initiatives.

5️⃣ Technology Adoption: Leverage affordable technologies like barcode systems, mobile apps, or cloud-based platforms to streamline traceability processes and data management.

Let's empower all farmers to embrace traceability and strengthen the integrity of their produce! Share this post to spread awareness and support the vital role of small-scale farming in our food system.

Normally when we get food on the table, the question that we ignore and yet is important is: Where is this food coming from?

03/07/2023

As month (June) came to an end last week, Food Enterprise Solutions (FES) would like to emphasize that is every day. Feed the Future Business Drivers for Food Safety (BD4FS), funded by USAID - US Agency for International Development continues to work diligently with growing food businesses (GFBs) in , , and .
Please enjoy this joint on Spotify with FES and Brighthouse Consultancy and Training featuring FES CEO, Russ Webster, Vice President for Programs, Roberta Lauretti-Bernhard, Brighthouse Senior Advisor, James "Rusty" Eason, and Brighthouse CEO, Sarah Kioi.
Many thanks to Patrick Kathambana for facilitating the discussion!
Stay tuned for more episodes!

Podcast · Brighthouse Consultancy and Training · We talk about the future of food safety initiatives and the crucial role played by Small to Medium Enterprises in implementing food safety practices.

03/07/2023

Podcast · Brighthouse Consultancy and Training · We talk about the future of food safety initiatives and the crucial role played by Small to Medium Enterprises in implementing food safety practices.