The 1st time we met cutting maize for ensiling was a problem to them, they thought its food wastage to an extent they used to fear God's punishment. It took time to change their mind set but they are now completely changed. We trained them on how to ... (Read More)

Its always recommended to have some protein in our meals. We have different sources of protein. When you feed on fish the protein percentage is very high. Same case to our cows.. This is their fish. Calliadra very rich in protein. Its easy to establ ... (Read More)

Our training on milk quality is done early at milk collection centers. Here my colleague Mary is demonstrating practically to farmers dangers of using plastic containers to transport milk which include difficulties in cleaning leading to accumulation ... (Read More)

It all starts by having its knowledge. Dairy farming is a real business. With knowledge farmers are safe and willing to invest.

Most of the times, we conduct meetings in the farms. Today I am training in milk delivery routes. The message remains the same. Take care of your calf, invest in fodder to reduce costs.

Today we had a great time sharing knowledge with our farmers. Knowledge exchange can happen everywhere, under a tree, in the farm or in a classroom.

Land size is a real challenge to many farmers. But at times intercropping helps in solving land issues.

It takes passion and interest,not every other woman can comfortably venture into dairy on daily basis,a happy cow,a happy consultant, at a milk collection centre training farmers on cow's general management

As KMDP team we train youths on silage making,here is a meeting with Ndamene CBE,south imenti,service providers(SPE'S)discussing on their progress in silage making as it is their season as they would call it

Lead farmers training from mujwa CBE on importance of giving minerals to dairy cows,we work hand in hand with dairy stakeholders, this time round one from Sidai africa

Today i had an opportunity to visit one of the leading farmers. He is doing well in young stock management. In most farms,young heifer after weaning are the most neglected group of animals. This neglect affects the longevity and production of the hei ... (Read More)

Farmers learning from others is very essential dairy farming tool. They get a chance to share their experience on dairy farming aspects

As much as farmers concentrate on energy feeds its also important to consider proteins fodder. Feeding protein fodders reduces the amount of concentrate fed to the cows. Nyaki farmers had an opportunity to learn more on protein fodder. They learnt mo ... (Read More)

Farm visit to Plateau Country dairy. The farm has 62 cows in a 4 acre piece of land and has a vision of empowering locals through practical training and demos. They conduct weekly training on Wednesday

Today it was my pleasure hosting students from Agha Khan education centre, Kisumu at Willens farm in Eldoret. Their innocent questions about cows, milk and machinery was so inspiring. I hope more schools can take students on farm tours so that they c ... (Read More)