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Topic: Fertiliser

How lack of evidence set free suspects in NCPB fake fertiliser scam

By Nancy Gitonga   2025-10-01 14:47:33

Magistrates says the prosecution had not proved graft charges against the former MD.

Fertiliser, seed subsidies up maize yields but not enough

By Stephen Rutto   2025-09-13 14:42:45

The gently rolling plateaus of Kenya’s food basket are brimming with promising plantations of maize slowly maturing, even as farmers call for more interventions in the country.

Kenya's soil crisis: How data is the new fertiliser

By Paul Mbugua   2025-08-22 17:16:49

Kenya’s agricultural story is shifting beneath our feet—from hard soil to hard data.

New lobby to streamline cross-border fertiliser distribution

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2025-08-16 15:15:04

Dr Innocent Okuku, the lead coordinator, the Pan-African Fertiliser Association (PAFA), says social advocates who push for one type of fertiliser lose sight of what is truly needed.

Industry players form association to streamline fertiliser sector

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2025-08-12 17:02:05

Pan-African Fertiliser Association aims to bring together industry players including producers, importers, distributors, agro-dealers and retailers, across the value chain to speak with one voice.

How fertiliser subsidy is driving firms out of business

By Nanjinia Wamuswa   2025-08-12 17:45:39

the current model, where farmers collect fertilisers at the NCPB, has led to market fragmentation, underutilised agronomic services and reduced farmer empowerment.