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How Agroforestry Is Transforming Farming in Bungoma

Neville Ng'ambwa September 23, 2026

A Bungoma farmer has transformed his seven-acre farm through agroforestry and sustainable land management, increasing maize yields from two to three sacks to as many as 12 sacks per acre. The approach combines trees, crop diversification, mulching and soil conservation to improve food security and resilience to unreliable rainfall.

Food Systems

Sub-Saharan Africa’s Soils Among World’s Worst, FAO Warns of Food Security Threat

Peter Ngare September 3, 2026

Sub-Saharan Africa’s soils have been rated among the world’s worst, with severe erosion, nutrient loss and declining soil biodiversity threatening agricultural production and food security. A new FAO assessment warns that urgent action is needed to restore soil health and protect the livelihoods of millions who depend on agriculture.

Food Systems

Kenya Launches KSh34.1 Billion Climate Resilience Programme for Western Counties

Correspondent July 21, 2026

Kenya has launched the KSh34.1 billion Integrated Natural Resources Management Programme (INReMP), an ambitious eight-year initiative aimed at restoring degraded ecosystems, promoting climate-smart agriculture and strengthening food security across ten western counties.