Makueni County Deputy Governor Lucy Mulili has encouraged farmers and the general public to visit the Makueni Agricultural Show to learn various farming techniques and modern technologies.
Mulili was speaking during the official launch of the Makueni Agricultural Show, which is held at Makindu Showground for two days.
The fair was also attended by schoolchildren, offering them an opportunity to engage with modern agricultural innovations.
She noted that farmers in Makueni are rising to the challenges of climate change by promoting climate-smart agriculture, introducing innovations such as drought-tolerant crops, conservation farming methods, digital advisory tools, and water harvesting systems, all aimed at addressing climate change.
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She noted that farmers have come in large numbers, adding that the show will be held annually from this year, with its budget to be allocated.
“It’s a very beneficial show for one to learn, meet trainers of different crops, pesticides, organic farming, to mitigate climate change and smart farming. Come with your paper and pen, exchange contacts and get in touch to enhance your farming techniques,” Mulili said.
She added that the county government, in collaboration with the Agricultural Society of Kenya, will continue holding the shows.
The show brought together farmers, schoolchildren, policymakers, and development partners to learn, connect, and showcase their modern farming practices.
By Lydia Ngoolo
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