Crops Stories

Africans survived 10,000 years of climate change by adapting food systems – Study offers lessons for modern times
The Conversation  |  Jul 16, 2025

Around 14,700 to 5,500 years ago, much of Africa experienced wetter conditions – a time referred to as the African Humid Period.

Muslim women's group calls for urgent Muguka regulation after withdrawal of Bill
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jun 10, 2025

They emphasised the need for expanded research into Muguka's social and health impacts, urging national and county leaders to reframe the issue as a s...

Authority grants import levy exemption for nuts and oil crops from EAC countries
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Apr 17, 2025

According to AFA, the move aims to reduce costs for companies operating within these zones, which will no longer be required to pay import levies on n...

Kenya introduces new system to track horticultural exports
Lucy Mumbi  |  Apr 07, 2025

The system will monitor products from farm to market, ensuring compliance with global standards and improving Kenya’s reputation in international mark...

Kenya announces 50% duty waiver on importation of yellow maize
Alfred Onyango  |  Apr 04, 2025

The move aims to stabilise ‘unga’ prices while easing pressure on the limited maize grain stocks in the country.

Tanzania surpasses Nigeria to become Africa’s second-largest maize producer
Lucy Mumbi  |  Feb 04, 2025

South Africa remains the continent’s top maize producer, with an annual yield of between 13 and 15 million tonnes.

State invites public input on proposed release of GMO maize
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Dec 07, 2024

The National Biosafety Authority is currently reviewing the application to ensure the safety of the genetically modified crop for human and animal con...

Battle to stop GMO foods in Kenya lands in Court of Appeal
Joseph Ndunda  |  Nov 26, 2024

But the petitioners asked the high court to suspend the cabinet decision which they argued was unconstitutional as it did not follow public participat...

How AI can help develop climate-resistant crops for Africa
The Conversation  |  Nov 04, 2024

With advancements in biotechnology, we’re also able to modify and edit genes to fortify plants or enable them to resist pests.

New Bill proposes mandatory licensing for horticulture dealers in Kenya
Lucy Mumbi  |  Sep 22, 2024

The 2024 Horticultural Crops Authority Bill aims to streamline the horticultural sector by mandating county governments to maintain a registry of mark...

Organisations oppose State move to impose new levy on cereal exports
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  May 30, 2024

Starting July 1, 2024, the government intends to operationalise the food crops regulations gazetted in 2019, imposing new levies on the import and exp...

China approves first gene-edited wheat in step to open up GM tech to food crops
Reuters  |  May 09, 2024

Beijing is also expected to pass new rules this year for the labelling of genetically modified crops used in food products.

Kwale farmers to practice sustainable agriculture after KEPHIS launches training
Mishi Gongo  |  Mar 30, 2024

Farmers will undergo training in various irrigation techniques, selection of profitable crops, and utilization of certified seeds and fertilizers.

Kenya resumes avocado export after four-month hiatus
Amina Wako  |  Feb 16, 2024

The decision to halt avocado exports in November 2023 aimed to ensure the maturity and quality of the fruit intended for international markets.

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