Adapting to Climate Change: Essential Strategies for Sustainable Farming in ASAL Areas
Previous image Next image Climate change is an ever-present challenge, particularly in arid and semi-arid lands (ASAL) like Kimana. The shifting climate patterns pose significant risks to agricultural productivity and food security. From erratic rainfall patterns to rising temperatures, these shifts pose a significant threat to traditional farming practices, especially in vulnerable semi-arid regions. At […]
Combating Soil Erosion: Essential Strategies for ASAL Areas
Previous image Next image Soil erosion is a significant challenge in arid and semi-arid lands (ASAL) like Kimana. This isn’t just about a dusty landscape. This natural process, exacerbated by human activities and climatic conditions, can lead to decreased agricultural productivity, loss of fertile topsoil, and environmental degradation. At Ambokili Farm, we recognise the importance […]
The Environmental Impact of Proper Waste Management
Previous image Next image The world produces around 2.01 billion tonnes of municipal solid waste annually. By 2050, this figure is projected to increase to 3.4 billion tonnes. Approximately 33% of this waste is not managed in an environmentally safe manner, leading to severe ecological consequences. Over 2.7 billion people, mainly in developing regions, lack […]
The Lifeline of ASAL Agriculture: Irrigation Systems
In arid and semi-arid lands (ASAL) like Kimana, the success of agricultural activities heavily relies on effective irrigation systems due to unreliable rainfall. These systems play a crucial role in ensuring that crops receive the necessary water to grow, especially in regions where rainfall is scarce and unpredictable. It is important to understand the importance […]
🌾🌿Crop Selection for ASAL Regions: A Guide from Ambokili Farm
We work in Kimana, Kajiado, Kenya to help the local community restore semi-arid land through organic farming to reverse environmental degradation. One of the most critical components of successful farming in Arid and Semi-arid Areas (ASAL) is selecting the right crops. Understanding ASAL Conditions Arid and semi-arid lands are characterized by low rainfall, high temperatures, […]
Are Bees Under Threat? The Decline of Bee Population
The decline of bee population poses a significant threat to global ecosystems and agriculture. Bees, as primary pollinators, are indispensable for the reproduction of many plant species, including crucial agricultural crops. This decline isn’t just a threat to these fascinating insects; it jeopardizes the very foundation of our food system. But fear not, for within […]
The Buzz About Bees
https://ambokili.farm/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Bee-Conservation-at-Ambokili-Farm-Website-1.png Imagine a world devoid of vibrant fruits, crisp vegetables, and the satisfying crunch of nuts. Bleak, right? Bees, often undervalued in their quiet industriousness, are pivotal to both our ecosystems and agriculture. Their role as pollinators extends far beyond the production of honey; they are integral to the health and sustainability of many of […]
Celebrating World Bee Day: Why World Bee Day Matters
At Ambokili Farm, we deeply understand the essential role that bees and other pollinators play in maintaining the health of our planet and ensuring the sustainability of our agricultural practices. Every year, on May 20th, we join the global community in celebrating World Bee Day. This observance not only honors these incredible creatures but also […]
Bee Venom: Ambokili Farm’s Latest Milestone in Sustainable Biodiversity
Honeybees are renowned for their golden nectar and their crucial role in pollination, but their sting also packs a surprising punch – medicinal one, that is. Another remarkable aspect of bees that’s been garnering attention. Here at Ambokili Farm, we recently welcomed a new buzzing contingent to our 7 hives and we’re not only interested […]
Can you Have Good Mental Health with Inadequate Food and Poor Nutrition
As May dawns upon us, casting a spotlight on mental health awareness, we are compelled to ponder a fundamental question: Can one truly attain good mental health amidst inadequate food and poor nutrition? The answer, rooted in science and experience, resonates with clarity – the nourishment of the mind is inexorably entwined with the sustenance […]