Inadequate feeds bedevil livestock sub sector in Kenya – Kenya News Agency
Lack of sufficient raw materials has been found to be one of the major causes of the shortage of livestock feed in the Horn of Africa. East African Farmers Federation…
Livestock Challenges – Kenya News Agency
Nakuru County boasts of a rich history knotted with livestock farming. Traditionally, pastoralism and agro-pastoralism have been the cornerstones of the local economy. Over the years, the sector has evolved,…
Shun myths and embrace rabbit farming, livestock officer advises – Kenya News Agency
A livestock officer in Igembe South sub-county has advised residents to shun long-held myths about rabbit farming and consumption and urged them to embrace rearing the bunny for its numerous…
Farmers call for clarity on planned nationwide livestock vaccination drive – Kenya News Agency
Livestock farmers in Nyeri are calling for more information in regard to the planned nationwide livestock vaccination drive scheduled for next year. The government plans to roll out the nationwide…
Livestock vaccine to increase Kenya’s meat value abroad, PS Mueke – Kenya News Agency
Livestock Principal Secretary Jonathan Mueke has defended livestock vaccination programme to be rolled out by the government in January saying it will increase Kenya’s meat quality abroad. Mueke was speaking…
Kenya to use local vaccines for livestock vaccination – Kenya News Agency
The government has assured Kenyans that the vaccines to be used in the forthcoming nationwide livestock vaccination exercise have been produced locally by the Kenya Veterinary Vaccines Production Institute (KEVEVAPI).…
Govt Warns Farmers of 4 Critical Risks as Livestock Vaccination Drive Begins
Kenyans could be forced to pay more for meat and dairy products if farmers do not heed the call for vaccination the government has revealed. According to Agriculture Cabinet Secretary…
Livestock vaccination exercise set to begin in January – Kenya News Agency
The government will roll out a national livestock vaccination exercise starting January 2025, Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Andrew Karanja has said. The country wide vaccination of livestock, which is…
Livestock Bill 2024 to ensure adherence to quality standards – Kenya News Agency
The government and stakeholders in the livestock sector are pushing for the enactment of the Livestock Bill 2024, a new regulatory framework to tame unethical business practices. Director of Livestock…