Introduction
Nakuru County is endowed with fertile soils and favorable climate, making agriculture a key economic activity and source of livelihood for many residents. The County Government of Nakuru prioritizes crop production and food security to ensure sustainable agricultural development and improved household incomes.
🌱 Why Crop Production and Food Security Matter?
- 🍽️ Supports Livelihoods – Agriculture provides income and employment to a large portion of the population.
- 🌱Ensures Food Availability – Increased food crop production contributes to local and regional food security.
- 💰 Boosts the Economy – Cash crops and horticulture generate revenue through local and export markets.
- 🌍 Promotes Sustainable Farming – Modern techniques improve yields while preserving soil and water resources.
- 📈 Increases Resilience – Diversified crops and smart practices help farmers adapt to climate change.
🌾Best Features of Our Agricultural Support
Farmer education on pest control, modern practices, and climate-smart agriculture.
Access to tractors and farm inputs through cooperative societies.
Expanded irrigation to reduce reliance on rainfall.
Support for floriculture, fruit, and vegetable farming with high market value.
Informed planting decisions based on improved soil health data.
📊 Key Crop Data
📌 Arable Land Usage:
- 243,711 ha under food crop farming
- 71,416 ha under cash crop farming
🌽 Main Crops Produced:
- Maize, beans, Irish potatoes, wheat
- Fruits, vegetables, and flowers (horticulture)
🌹 Horticultural Revenue:
- Over Ksh 23 billion generated last year
🌾 Maize Production Stats (2016):
- 180,388 tons produced, valued at Ksh 2.91 billion
⚠️ Challenges in Maize Production:
- Pest outbreaks, diseases, climate risks, and value chain inefficiencies
🌟 Future Potential:
- Capacity to produce over 500,000 tons of maize with modern farming methods
Crop Production & Food Security in Action
🚜 Modern Farming in Practice
🌾 From Farm to Market
Farmers using mechanized tools and sustainable methods to boost yields 🌱✨
Harvested crops ready for sale in local and export markets 🛒 🚀
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