Bulb onions, also known as Kitunguu Maji in Kenya, is one of the most used vegetables in the world. It is used in cooked meals or raw salads as a flavour additive, and also used in making pickles and chutneys. Onion farming in Kenya can be profitable. Profitability is dependent on proper market identification, proper […]
Capsicum, also known as sweet pepper, bell pepper or pilipili hoho are consumed in nearly every household in Kenya. They are used to spice up cooked food and raw salads. With proper planning and quality control, growing capsicums can be profitable, with the target market being the local Kenya market and also the export market. […]
Garlic, a relative of onions, chives and shallots, is a popular seasoning used all over the world. Farming garlic in Kenya presents a major opportunity for Kenyan farmers, since Kenya imports about 80% of the garlic from China. Kenyans can also exploit value added garlic products such as spices and supplements that use garlic extracts. […]
Rosemary is an evergreen herb native to the Mediterranean. It can grow anywhere in the world. It is used in cooking. Rosemary essential oil is used in cosmetic and medicinal products. It can be grown in pots, greenhouses, gardens and farms. In this article, we take an in-depth look at growing rosemary for use at […]
