The Vital Role of Agriculture in Kenya Agriculture serves as the backbone of Kenya’s economy, contributing to more than 25% of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP). Additionally, over 70%…
Sugarcane Farming in Kenya: A Brief Overview The cultivation of sugarcane in Kenya dates back to approximately 1902 when the first sugarcane crops were planted in Kibos. These crops were…
Exploring the Effects of Stress on Plants: Do Plants Experience Stress? Introduction: An Intriguing Phenomenon It’s fascinating to learn that plants can be affected by stress, a topic that often…
Strawberry Farming: A Lucrative Opportunity for Farmers Strawberry (Fragaria spp) cultivation is highly valued for its vibrant red color, enticing aroma, sweet taste, and juicy texture. These delicious fruits can…
Strawberry Anthracnose: A Threatening Disease Strawberry Anthracnose is a lethal disease that affects strawberries. It poses a danger to all parts of the plant, including the fruit, crowns, leaves, petioles,…
Macadamia Farmers: Devastating Losses from Stink Bug Infestation Macadamia farmers are facing significant challenges as stink bugs wreak havoc on their projected crop yields. These destructive insects, first discovered in…
Star grass, scientifically known as Cynodon aethiopicus, is an invasive weed that thrives in warm climates. It spreads through its extensive network of creeping rhizomes and stolons. This weed belongs…
The Menace of Stalk Borers: A Threat to Cereal Crops in Africa Stalk borer, scientifically known as Busseola fusca, poses a significant threat to cereal crops, particularly maize, in Africa,…
Squash Vine Borer – A Troublesome Pest of Vine Crops Overview The squash vine borer poses a significant threat to vine crops such as squash, pumpkins, and gourds. Although cucumbers,…
Squash Bug: A Sap-Sucking Insect from the Coreidae Family The squash bug is an insect that feeds on plant sap and belongs to the Coreidae family. In this article, we…