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Archive for February 8th, 2024

GOVERNMENT SUPPORT DEMONSTRATED: LIVESTOCK OFFICIALS VISIT SUCCESSFUL SUNFLOWER FARM

In a significant show of support for the government’s initiative to promote sunflower cultivation, Chief Officer for Livestock Mr. Nixon Cheplong,on Wednesday embarked on a visit alongside Mr. Edward Sawe, […]

IMPORTANCE OF INSURANCE INTEGRITY DOMINATE IRA’S LIVESTOCK AND CROP WORKSHOP

CECM Agriculture Mr. Edward Sawe on Wednesday graced a two-day Sensitization workshop organized by the Insurance Regulatory Authority (IRA) on livestock and crop insurance. The workshop aimed to educate farmers […]

COUNTY TAKES SWIFT ACTION TO VACCINATE DOGS AND CATS IN KUINET/KAPSUSWA AND KIPLOMBE WARD

Following the rise in cases of rabies and dog bites in Kuinet/ Kapsuswa and Kiplombe wards, the County Government of Uasin Gishu, through its Veterinary Directorate, has taken swift action […]

DR BII’S PLAN ON INCREASED MILK YIELD AS SMALL-SCALE FARMERS REALIZE GOOD RETURNS

Uasin Gishu Governor Dr. Bii remains committed to delivering on his promises through the Nguzo Kumi blueprint. The Department of Livestock and Fisheries has made significant strides, particularly in the […]

LIVESTOCK DEPARTMENT ASSESSES ACHIEVEMENTS AND PLAN FOR THE FUTURE

Director Livestock, Mr. Abraham Kiptanui, on Friday, gathered his team from the department for a meeting to evaluate their accomplishments in the past mid-year period and plan for upcoming initiatives. […]

COUNTY PROMOTING BEST AGRICULTURAL PRACTISES, FARMERS SPONSORED TO LEARN

The County Department of Agriculture on Friday sponsored a benchmarking visit for Moiben Farmers Cooperative Society (FCS) farmers to Tuiyo FCS in Kapseret Sub-County. County Executive Committee Member for Agriculture, […]

COUNTY ADVANCES COFFEE INDUSTRY BY PARTNERING WITH NEW KPCU FOR MILLING AND MARKETING

In a significant step towards promoting and supporting the coffee industry in Uasin Gishu County, Chief Officer for Agriculture, Mr. Elphas Kiprop Kesio, together with Coffee Officer, Mr. Nicholas Maritim, […]

GEARING UP FOR THE ELDORET NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL SHOW

The Department of Livestock and Fisheries is gearing up for an exciting event in the agricultural calendar – The Eldoret National Agricultural Show of Kenya. Directors Mr Abraham Kiptanui (Livestock) […]

DEPARTMENT OF AGRICULTURE HOSTS ASK ELDORET OFFICIALS IN PREPARATION FOR THE MARCH SHOW

The Department of Agriculture took a significant step in preparing for the upcoming show by hosting officials from ASK Eldoret on Monday. CECM Agriculture Mr Edward Sawe and Chief Officer […]

UASIN GISHU COUNTY HOLDS COFFEE LEAD FARMERS’ MEETING TO ENHANCE FARMING PRACTICES

The Uasin Gishu Department of Agriculture held a coffee lead farmers meeting on Monday at the Agricultural Mechanization Services, to strategize ways to improve coffee farming in the county. The […]