Farmers prepare their land for the planting season. [PHOTO: ELIUD KIPSANG] NAIROBI: Planting season is a hopeful time. Everyone is busy preparing their land for planting, gathering farm inputs such as ...
The surprise snowfall in late September has given rural crop farmers a rare opportunity to have their soil damp enough to plant maize in October. In an ideal world, it’s a gift from our ancestors. But ...
New research establishes the amazing diversity of maize -- specifically the variety of proteins that the plant's genes can generate. The finding has great import for agriculture, as maize is one of ...
Maize is a staple crop and a cornerstone of livelihoods. Therefore, understanding the rhythm of the seasons is paramount. The difference between a bountiful harvest and a devastating loss often comes ...
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