Category: Diseases in Crops

Citrus Canker: A Persistent Threat to Kenya’s Citrus Industry

Citrus Canker: A Persistent Threat to Kenya’s Citrus Industry

Citrus fruits such as oranges, lemons, limes, and tangerines are an important part of Kenya’s horticultural sector. They provide nutrition to households, income to smallholder farmers, and contribute to the country’s agricultural economy. But citrus farming faces one of its toughest challenges from Citrus Canker, a destructive bacterial disease caused by Xanthomonas citri subsp. citri. …

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Bacterial Blight of Coffee

Bacterial Blight of Coffee (BBC): A Growing Threat to Kenya’s Coffee Industry

Coffee farming is one of Kenya’s most important agricultural activities. It provides livelihoods for hundreds of thousands of smallholder farmers and contributes significantly to foreign exchange earnings. Yet, diseases remain one of the biggest obstacles to profitable production. Among these, Bacterial Blight of Coffee, commonly abbreviated as BBC, is an increasingly serious challenge. The disease …

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Coffee Leaf Skeletonizer in Kenya: An Overlooked Pest Threatening Yields

Coffee Leaf Skeletonizer in Kenya: An Overlooked Pest Threatening Yields

Coffee farming in Kenya is often discussed in terms of fluctuating market prices, climate change, and sustainability. Yet one critical factor receives less attention: pest management. Among these pests is the coffee leaf skeletonizer, an insect often classified as minor, but with the potential to cause significant losses. While its impact is most severe in …

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Role of Soil Testing in Remedying Plant Nutrition Deficiencies

Role of Soil Testing in Remedying Plant Nutrition Deficiencies

Soil testing provides farmers and agronomists with essential insights into the nutrient status of their soil, enabling them to address deficiencies before they impact crop health and yields. Let’s explore the critical role soil testing plays in remedying plant nutrition deficiencies and optimizing crop yield: 1️⃣ Accurate Diagnosis of Nutrient Deficiencies Visual symptoms of nutrient …

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The Invisible Threat: Nematodes in Agriculture and How to Combat Them

Nematodes, often referred to as roundworms, are microscopic organisms found in various soil types. These tiny worms may be invisible to the naked eye, but their presence in soil has profound implications for agriculture. While some nematodes are beneficial and play a critical role in maintaining soil health, others pose significant challenges to crop production. …

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