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Originally published by Nation Businessbusiness
August 7, 2026
13h ago
Homa Bay farmers ditch groundnuts for soya beans
A simple crop is lifting Homa Bay women out of poverty and dependency...
✨ Key Highlights
Farmers in Homa Bay County, Kenya, are shifting from less profitable crops like groundnuts and maize to soya beans due to rising demand and better returns. The initiative, supported by organizations like Farm Africa, is transforming livelihoods, especially for women.
- Homa Bay County is now the leading producer of soya beans in Kenya, accounting for 47% of the national output.
- The Youth in Sustainable Aquaculture (YISA) programme, implemented by Farm Africa, provides training, financial support, and established markets for young farmers.
- Soya beans offer significant income potential, with farmers earning up to Sh42,000 per acre in a good season, enabling them to invest in housing, livestock, and education.
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