Irrigation Farming in Kenya

irrigation farming in kenya

Wamugunda Anne

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Mwea Tabere Irrigation Scheme

It is located in Mwea and the best in the country. The irrigation schemes popularly known for the production of rice and is loved by many Kenyans in the outcome. It has since grown by the way in which technology is continually replacing the old ways of providing water to crops. Mwea is playing very important roles in the agricultural development of the country and is since growing to be the best in the east Africa market. It has provided a lot of employment opportunities for Kenyans and continues to accommodate new crop varieties.

Ahero Irrigation Scheme

It specializes in providing plenty supply of water for various crops such as cotton, tomatoes, green grams and sorghum. It plays important agricultural duties such as training and developing the crucial organizations that benefit farmers. It creates market for its customers and has often been effective in spreading its services to the national cereals and produce board, local traders and millers and the western rice mills belonging to Kenya.

Perkerra Irrigation Scheme

It is found about 100km from nakuru town along the famous river perkerra that is the nost source of water in the region. The irrigation scheme continues to offer a lot of employment opportunities for Kenyans and has since been crucial in producing onions and water melons. The irrigation scheme is well managed and is growing to create more employment opportunities for majority of jobless Kenyans in the araea.

It has continually been crucial in serving the needs of turkana residents. The scheme provides not only water to crops but also for other activities in the town. It is growing and more modern machines are being brought to enhance the food security it offers in the area.

 

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Hailing from the fertile highlands of central Kenya, Wamugunda-Anne's life has always been intertwined with the land. Born into a family of farmers, her earliest memories are of verdant fields, changing seasons, and the rhythm of nature. These formative experiences would later shape her academic and professional pursuits.

Wamugunda-Anne's passion for agriculture was not just about the practice but understanding its deeper implications — the sociological, environmental, and economic intricacies of farming in Kenya. This passion drove her to one of Kenya's prestigious universities, where she pursued a degree in Agricultural Sciences. Throughout her academic journey, she became renowned for her insightful articles on sustainable farming practices, emphasizing the balance between modern techniques and traditional Kenyan agricultural wisdom.

After university, Wamugunda-Anne transitioned into a full-time career in agricultural journalism. Her works have since been published in numerous national and international journals. Beyond just writing, she has played a pivotal role in shaping agricultural policies in Kenya by collaborating with policymakers, researchers, and local farmers. Her articles often focus on the challenges faced by Kenyan farmers, sustainable agricultural practices, and innovative solutions to boost food security in the region.

Today, Wamugunda-Anne stands as a beacon of inspiration in Kenyan agricultural circles. With every article she writes, she hopes to enlighten, inspire, and pave the way for a sustainable agricultural future for Kenya and the African continent at large.

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