CS Mithika Linturi meeting with the Republic of Ireland, Minister for Agriculture, Food, and the Marine, Mr. Charlie McConalogue. This morning, CS Mithika Linturi had a successful meeting with the Republic of Ireland, Minister for Agriculture, Food, and the Marine, Mr. Charlie McConalogue. During their discussion, they explored various areas of mutual interest aimed at…
The government has allayed fears of a crisis in the agricultural sector due to a high demand for the subsidized fertilizer ahead of the long season planting exercise. Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary, Mithika Linturi has assured farmers especially in the maize growing zones that the government will avail subsidized fertilizer across the country.…
Livestock Development Principal Secretary Jonathan Mueke has said that the government is working on enabling environment for livestock production in the country which will lead to higher returns for farmers. Mueke said this on 15th February, 2024 when he officially opened the Garissa County Joint exhibition for State Department for Livestock Development, organized by Kenya…
DRIVE MOBILIZER TRAINING In an effort towards building resilience in pastoral communities, the Derisking Inclusion and Value Enhancement Project (DRIVE) recently concluded a comprehensive two-week training program from 23rd January to 2nd Feruary, 2024 for community mobilizers. The initiative aims to shield pastoral economies against drought risks and enhance the financial inclusion of pastoralists while…
The Derisking Inclussion and Value Enhancement (DRIVE) Project team, today concluded Market Linkage Training program for 60 Community Champions from Tana River and Garissa Counties, at Lantern Resort in Garissa County. This is a significant step towards enhancing livestock market connectivity in the region, an initiative that aligns to the Bottom up Economic Transformation Agenda…