Banana farming,Taita Taveta Banana Farmers Co-operative Society Stories

Taveta farmers push for banana factory to boost local economy and curb post-harvest losses
Farhiya Hussein  |  Jul 13, 2025

Many farmers described the factory as a vital lifeline, especially now that traditional markets such as Mombasa have become saturated.

How to make a kid-friendly mint, lime, and banana milkshake
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Apr 06, 2025

The drink is packed with vitamins and energy for active kids.

The unbreakable bond between Somalis and bananas at mealtime
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 31, 2025

Unlike in many other cultures where fruit is reserved for dessert, Somalis eat bananas alongside their main course, allowing the soft sweetness to con...

Tanzania scientists working to develop disease-resistant bananas to combat deadly virus
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 18, 2025

The Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS) has increased surveillance efforts to monitor the movement of banana seedlings and ensure farmers...

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