Latest Blog Posts
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Reviving Our Farm with Drip Irrigation: A Journey of Challenges and Innovations
When we first started farming in Syongii Kibwezi Farm, we were excited to install a drip irrigation system, drawing water from the Athi River. The initial results were promising. For the first year, the pipelines worked flawlessly, and our farm flourished. The crops were vibrant, and the yield was impressive. It was a picture-perfect scenario.
The Dam
When we embarked on our avocado farming journey four years ago, I don’t think we really knew how crucial water would be. We dug a shallow dam, thinking it would suffice, but within eight months, it dried up. This was a harsh lesson that water is indeed life.
INSPECTING THE BEE HIVES
Witnessing Mulwa and Carlton in action as they inspected the beehives. Mulwa, who has been diligently learning about beekeeping, put all the lessons into practice. It was fascinating to see the knowledge being applied in real-time.
INSPECTING THE BEE HIVES
Witnessing Mulwa and Carlton in action as they inspected the beehives. Mulwa, who has been diligently learning about beekeeping, put all the lessons into practice. It was fascinating to see the knowledge being applied in real-time.
A Family Visit to Syongii Mua Farm
This August, we embarked on a memorable family trip to Syongii Mua Farm.
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Preventing soil erosion @Syongii Farm
Erosion steals from my neighbour and community. It impoverishes everyone and have to improvise ways to prevent it.
The Feathered Jouney
Once a bustling farm brimming with activity—from planting avocados to building houses for workers—a small yet transformative suggestion sparked a delightful chapter in its story. It began when Wilum proposed adding chickens to the homestead to make it more homely, an idea that I initially met with some hesitation due to the farm’s already demanding routines.
Despite my initial reluctance, I decided to take the leap, asking her mother-in-law to bless us with two chickens to get started. These feathered newcomers were housed temporarily, but inspiration struck during a visit to another farm, where I saw a beautiful granary and chicken coop. This led to plans for constructing their own coop, a project still underway, but one that filled me with anticipation.
As the farm’s flock grew, ducks and turkeys joined the cheerful chaos, adding vibrancy and life to the homestead. Managing this growing family of animals has been a unique challenge, but their presence has transformed the farm into a lively haven, offering a new kind of charm and joy.
