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September 30, 2026
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Kenya bets on soil intelligence to cut farm costs and boost yields

Kenya bets on soil intelligence to cut farm costs and boost yields

Kagwe said about 63 per cent of Kenya’s arable land is acidic, with nearly seven million acres classified as strongly acidic...

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Kenya is set to revolutionize its agricultural sector by implementing a new strategy focused on soil intelligence. This initiative aims to provide farmers with tailored fertiliser support based on individual farm soil data, promising reduced costs and increased crop yields.

  • The core of the plan involves using soil data to determine the precise type and quantity of nutrients needed for each farm.
  • This initiative is being driven by the Kenyan government.
  • The goal is to move away from a one-size-fits-all approach to fertiliser provision, fostering more efficient and productive farming practices across the country.

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