Busia, Kenya – Cassava production in the region has undergone a remarkable transformation, thanks to a project implemented by Self Help Africa and funded by the European Union (EU). Kenyan farmer Simon Okedi, from Busia, attests to the positive impact of the initiative, which has opened up new market opportunities for smallholder farmers. Cassava, a […]
Nairobi, Kenya (IDN) – Researchers at the Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) have successfully developed a genetically modified (GM) cassava variety that is resistant to Cassava Brown Streak Disease (CBSD). This breakthrough in modern biotechnology offers hope to farmers battling CBSD, a disease that has a significant impact on food and economic security. […]
Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation (Kalro) scientists have successfully developed a genetically modified cassava variety that is resistant to two major diseases: Cassava Brown Streak Disease (CBSD) and Cassava Mosaic Disease (CMD). This breakthrough, achieved through modern technology, offers promising solutions for farmers struggling with low and poor cassava yields due to these diseases. […]
Kenya, an emerging player in the global tapioca starch market, has witnessed notable trends in both its export and import activities. Exports In 2021, Kenya’s tapioca starch exports amounted to $19.6k, positioning the country as the 59th largest exporter of this product globally. Tapioca starch ranked as the 2025th most exported commodity in Kenya during […]