Two Baringo schools take up new technologies in farming to improve food security

AIC Visa Oshwal JSS explaining new farming techniques to Baringo Deputy Governor Felix Kipng’ok and area County Commissioner Stephen Kutwa.

AIC Visa Oshwal Kabarnet and Kapropita Junior Secondary have embarked on a mission to promote farming activities in schools as one way to equip young learners with new technologies in agriculture.

The schools activities through young farmers have developed farming practices, including rabbit farming, kitchen gardening and actions aimed to combat climate actions.

Speaking during Kabarnet Agricultural Show held in Kabarnet, AIC Visa Oshwal patron of 4 K Club Sammy Kangor noted that opportunity from ASK officials has helped the young farmers showcase an array of accomplishments and knowledge, especially in organic farming.

Kangor hailed the partnership with Polkadot Library for their key role in introducing new trends in agriculture and also enabling them learn new developments in the sector.

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He said farming has opened opportunities for the youngsters to get small incomes from crops they cultivate to support their families.

“Through farming activities engaged by our young farmers, a positive attitude towards farming  has developed. The gesture has gone a long way in addressing food security,’’ said Kangor.

Polkadot Library has been instrumental in assisting learners from Kabarnet town and its environs to acquire skills in agriculture.

By Alfred Kimosop

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