10 Vegan Salads That Both You and Chef Ombachi Can Make

10 vegan salads you can prepare with simple ingredients

Salads. If you’re used to a meat-based diet, you might be thinking, how can a salad possibly satisfy me? Well, these 10 vegan salads are packed with vibrant, locally sourced ingredients from right here in Kenya. They’re hearty, flavourful, and designed to appeal to anyone—even die-hard meat lovers. Julia Child, “You don’t have to cook […]

How Organic Farming is Key in Ending Hunger

How Organic Farming is Key in Ending Hunger

Hunger is not just the absence of food; it’s the absence of the right food, grown in ways that sustain both the planet and people. As we mark World Food Day 2024, we must confront a pressing question: how can we feed a growing global population without depleting the very ecosystems that sustain us? Why […]

How Smallholder Farmers Can Lead the Fight Against Hunger

How Smallholder Farmers Can Lead the Fight Against Hunger

In a world where over 733 million people are facing hunger, the question we must ask ourselves is: can smallholder farmers truly lead the fight against hunger? The future of global food and nutritional security may very well rest in the hands of these often-overlooked stewards of the land. Why? A Global Crisis: Hunger and […]

Regenerative Farming – The Green Blueprint

Regenerative farming shoot

Imagine a world where farming doesn’t just sustain our food needs but also heals the Earth. This is the promise of regenerative farming—a practice that goes beyond sustainability to restore and rejuvenate the land. But what exactly does this mean? “Sustainability is just damage control. We need to go beyond that.” While conventional agriculture often […]

Can Regenerative Farming Feed the World?

Regenerative farming at Ambokili Farm

Industrial agriculture is the only way to feed our growing population—or is it? With over 9.7 billion people projected to inhabit the planet by 2050, the pressure to meet global food demands is skyrocketing. Yet, as we continue to push the boundaries of conventional farming, soil degradation, biodiversity loss, and climate change seem to be […]

The Dirty Truth: Are You Eating More Pesticides Than You Think?

The dirty dozen 2024

Imagine taking a bite of a crisp, juicy apple, feeling good about your healthy choice. But what if I told you that apple might be laced with more than just vitamins? In fact, it could be carrying a cocktail of pesticides, some of which are linked to serious health issues. Surprised? I bet not! Let’s […]

Empowering Women in Agriculture: The Unseen Backbone of Rural Economies

Women in agriculture at Ambokili Farm practicing farming

Globally, women account for nearly 43% of the agricultural labour force. In some parts of the world, particularly in Africa and Asia, this figure is even higher. Despite their significant presence, these women often work in poor conditions. Unlike their male counterparts, they have less access to land, credit, agricultural inputs, education, and technology, making […]

What is the True Cost of the Food You Eat? 

A picture of large organic carrots just harvested at Ambokili Farm being held up with one of the workers. A symbolism of "what is the true cost of the food you eat?"

And Why Does Organic Food Cost More? When you stroll down the aisles of your local grocery store, you might notice that organic products often come with a higher price tag compared to their conventional counterparts. This price difference can be surprising, and it might leave you wondering: why does organic farming cost more? Understanding […]