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Organic farming

Organic farming, sustainability and the next generation

The term organic farming may be novel, but the practice is ancient. Historically, farming did not involve inorganic inputs such as chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides. Fast forward to today, farming to a vast extent involves the use of chemical fertilizers, pesticides, and herbicides, some of which are a byproduct of the fossil fuel industry.

Homabay based enterprise making inroads in organic farming 

Our airwaves are filled every day with news of extreme weather phenomena worldwide, from historic floods to fires, earthquakes, droughts, etc. These climate crises are the effects of decades of man-made abuse of the earth. Our planet is a victim, and the only way to right the ship and save the planet for future generations

Yes, you can farm tomatoes without chemicals

Tomatoes are among the most popular and widely produced vegetables in Kenya. Successful production of this high-value vegetable provides high income to smallholder farmers and has dramatically improved several livelihoods. However, tomato farming is also a highly demanding task because of the frequent occurrence of pests and diseases and the consequent reduction of the crop’s

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Modern farming forms seek to increase crop yield by implementing farm practices that can decimate the environment. Additionally, these methods require maximum input to deliver maximum output. The use of synthetic fertilizers and chemical pesticides further creates harmful effects on the farm, destroying the soil microorganisms and pollinators, causing soil acidity, and depleting soil nutrients.

Is organic farming the magic for achieving sustainability?

With the daily rise in population, scientists are developing ways of producing more food. They are inventing synthetic fertilizers and herbicides. These products save on time and labor compared to the organic methods. But did they really have the future in mind? My answer is NO. Our forefathers did it right, the natural way, and

Decolonizing agriculture

Agriculture for long was the primary and main economic activity of Kenyans in several households. Animal and crop farming empowered families economically and provided the households with nutritious food and income. In the early 1900s, missionaries introduced education and Christianity in central and Western Kenyan regions as the Muslim religion dominated the coastal areas. This

What is organic farming?

Climate change has become a global issue. Countries worldwide are joining hands to come up with a remedy. In search of a solution, Organic farming has gained popularity among researchers, farmers, and environmental conservationists. Consequently, as an ecologically extensive system, organic agriculture has become a solid and effective solution to the increasing global demand for

Why is organic farming important?

Agriculture is the backbone of many global economies. The use of chemical fertilizers has led to the extinction of some organisms that have been critical to ecological balance and environmental conservation. Dwindling returns from farming are because of detrimental technology that had not been proven and now exuding disastrous effects. Organic farming refers to agricultural

Organic farming: What is the bet?

Studies suggest that by 2050, the world’s human population will reach 10 million, with increased food and health issues. The environment, social fairness, and economic vitality will foster resilience, diversity, health, and prospering means among future generations. So our actions today affect future life. Therefore, experts recommend switching from conventional to organic farming as one

ORGANIC FARMING AS A WAY OF ENHANCING SUSTAINABILITY

Organic farming is an agricultural system that uses fertilizers of organic origin such as compost manure, green manure, and bone meal. It emphasizes techniques such as crop rotation and companion planting. The gradual shift towards organic farming has been mainly because we as consumers have become increasingly concerned about the health impacts of accidentally consuming