Bomet County Government has intensified its efforts to promote food and nutrition security through the Nyota Beans Project, a transformative initiative aimed at empowering schools to embrace nutrition-sensitive agriculture and improve the health of learners.
Two weeks after Governor Prof. Hillary Barchok officially flagged off the distribution of Nyota bean seeds from HarvestPlus, representatives from selected schools across Bomet East, Bomet Central, and Konoin Sub-counties gathered for an intensive capacity-building session on bean husbandry and nutrition.
The training was organised by the Department of Agriculture, led by Chief Officer for Agriculture Dr Kibet Sitienei and the Director of Nutrition, who guided participants on modern bean production practices.
Topics covered included land preparation, spacing, pest and disease management, soil fertility improvement, harvesting techniques, and the nutritional importance of biofortified crops such as Nyota beans.
Following the training, the bean seeds were distributed to the participating schools based on their available land for cultivation.
The schools are expected to plant and manage demonstration plots that will not only supplement school feeding programs but also serve as learning centres for pupils and the surrounding communities.
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Dr Sitienei commended the partnership between HarvestPlus and the County Government of Bomet, emphasising that the Nyota Beans Project is part of a broader plan to strengthen household nutrition through the production of biofortified foods.
He noted that Nyota beans, rich in iron and zinc, play a critical role in combating micronutrient deficiencies that affect children and women in rural areas.
He added that the project aligns with the county’s nutrition policy, which focuses on improving dietary diversity and promoting the consumption of locally available nutritious foods.
Through this initiative, schools in Bomet are expected to become champions of sustainable farming and nutritional awareness, equipping learners with practical agricultural skills while contributing to food security.
By integrating agriculture, education, and nutrition, the Bomet County Government is demonstrating a holistic approach to community development, ensuring that children grow healthier, stronger, and more knowledgeable about the importance of good nutrition.
By our reporter
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