Samia institute of Practical Permaculture

02/12/2025

Let's grow our soil, not destroy it.

02/12/2025

How Lime Microdosing Is Transforming Soil Health and Agricultural Productivity in Western Kenya

By Jackline Mauta Across western Kenya, a silent crisis has been unfolding beneath the soil. Thousands of smallholder farmers have continued to invest in quality seed and fertilizer, yet their yields keep falling. The challenge, as it turns out, isn’t mismanagement . It is the soil itself, quietly shifting in ways that undermine crop performance. Soil acidity has been rising across the region, locking away essential nutrients and weakening plant growth....

SCI Switzerland SNV_Kenya

02/12/2025

As #𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱𝗦𝗼𝗶𝗹𝗗𝗮𝘆𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 draws near, we are reminded that soil health is not only an environmental concern but a policy priority central to Kenya’s food security, climate resilience, and public health. Degraded soils continue to undermine agricultural productivity, increase vulnerability to climate shocks, and heighten the cost of living for households already under pressure. Urban areas are equally affected, with shrinking green spaces, pollution, and limited investment in sustainable city farming systems.

Strengthening soil governance — from promoting agroecology and regenerative practices to supporting urban agriculture, responsible waste management, and community-led restoration — is essential for building resilient food systems. Protecting the soil is protecting the nation’s future.

02/12/2025

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02/12/2025

The Seeds of Freedom: Kenya’s Landmark Win for Agricultural Sovereignty. On 27 November 2025, the High Court of Kenya delivered […]

02/06/2025

Women grow most of Africa’s food, but rarely lead in agriculture. is flipping the script.👩🏾‍🌾

At the recent Regional Networking Forum in Nairobi, women from Kenya, Uganda & Zimbabwe gathered to build power, skills & strategy, driven by PELUM Kenya Association and supported by Both ENDS through .

This is what systemic change looks like. 💪🏾

https://www.bothends.org/en/Whats-new/News/Women-s-leadership-in-agroecology-flourishes-in-Eastern-and-Southern-Africa/

26/09/2024

Overall, agroecology fosters a holistic approach to farming that balances ecological health, economic viability, and social equity.SNV_KenyaAlliance of Bioversity International and CIATAdvocacy for Change Foundation -ACFPELUM Kenya Association

26/09/2024

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31/07/2024

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