Assess the Soil Soil conditions are an important guide to planting preparations ... especially in maize. A deeper planting depth can help increase seed-to-soil contact and moisture uptake for ...

Isaac Kimaiyo, a large-scale farmer, said he had no option than to scale down on planting maize, terming the agri-business 'unprofitable'. Kimaiyo said some farmers purchased costly fertilizer at ...

Experts have indicated that the planting window for major crops, particularly maize has expired, although farmers targeting to produce sunflower and sugar bean can still plant. They recommend that ...