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A day of celebration, a time of reflection, and a moment of gratitude. Wishing you a blessed Eid!
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Minimum tillage has the potential to improve your soil health and yields. #YourFarmersGuardian
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Always check for leaks, clogged or defective emitters, and proper water pressure to ensure uniform water distribution in your farm .
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The secret to better nutrition and Food Security that you didn't know is all in the Soil! Start treating the soil right. #YourFarmersGuardian
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Farmers note this.
I always tell you to treat agriculture as a business, not just a job for home consumption! Let me remind you of four top agribusiness ventures with high international demand globally: 1. French beans 2. Chilli ๐ถ 3. Avocado 4. Mangoes What's your choice? #Agronomme๐ท๐ผ
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Organic farming: ๐ฑ Boosts soil fertility ๐ฅฆ Produces nutrient-rich crops, improving food quality & human health. ๐ง improve soil water retention ๐ supporting natural pest control & pollinators. โป๏ธ Reduces soil degradation #YourFarmersGuardian #OrganicFarming
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We are turning agriculture to take care of climate impact and feed us for many years to come. Here is what you can do to improve your productivity: ๐ฆHarvest & store water ๐ง Use irrigation ๐พPlant drought-resistant varieties ๐ฑReduce tillage #YourFarmersGuardian #soil
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More tips for you! What you need to avoid this year to be a successful farmer. ๐นOverusing Chemicals ๐น Poor post-harvest handling ๐น Neglecting Soil Testing ๐นLack of Continuous Learning #YourFarmersGuardian #TheShambaCalendar #ProfitableFarming
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Pulses require minimal inputs. They fix nitrogen in the soil and reduce fertilizer costs, increasing your profit margins. If you agree repost๐ #YourFarmersGuardian #FoodSecurity #Agribusiness
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Harnessing the Power of Banana for Lemon Tree Propagation โ A Novel Technique Grow a lemon tree from cuttings naturally using a banana as a rooting booster! Bananas provide nutrients that promote strong root growth without chemicals. Why Use Bananas? โ Boosts Root Growth โ Rich
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Why you need to farm pulses in 2025: โ
Food Security. โ
Climate resilience, eg green grams โ
Economic Benefits: highly demanded. โ
Soil Health Improvement: fix nitrogen โ
Carbon Footprint Reduction: they lower environmental impact. #YourFarmersGuardian #WorldPulsesDay
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Farming is an investment for food security. Here are practices you need to stop doing if you want to succeed as a farmer: ๐ฐ Ignoring Soil Health ๐ฐ Monocropping ๐ฐ Wasting Water ๐ฐ Neglecting Market Research ๐ฐ Ignoring Record-Keeping ๐ https://t.co/FRQDkqF6Aj
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๐ฑ Rotating crops to break disease cycles. ๐ฆ Improving drainage to avoid waterlogging. ๐ฑ Adding organic matter to boost beneficial microbes. ๐ฑ Using disease-resistant plant varieties. ๐ฑ Avoid overusing chemical fertilizers, which can disrupt soil health. #SoilHealth
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Crop diseases are a threat to your profitability if the root cause is not well managed. You can spend thousands on foliar chemical treatment, yet soil health is the issue. How can you make your crops desirable in the market, save on production costs, and increase returns?
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With market data, you can also plan for expansion of your production. Get the Shamba Calendar App to help you plan your farming. #YourFarmersGuardian #regenerativeagriculture #FarmWithPurpose #SaveYourResources
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Understanding the market gap you are serving is crucial when planning to start your farming venture. This helps you know the variety of crops, how to manage them, the cost implications for the whole season, and the capacity expected from you.
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Here are 5 tips you need to adopt to retain water in soil: ๐ฑ Increase Organic Matter ๐ฑ Use mulch ๐ฑ Practice Conservation Tillage ๐ฑ Plant Cover Crops ๐ฑ Improve Soil Structure with Perennial Plants #YourFarmersGuardian #SpoilHealth #SaveOurSoil #WaterWiseFarming
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Did you know that healthy soil can hold more water? When soil is rich in organic matter, it acts like a sponge, absorbing and retaining moisture. This not only helps plants survive during dry periods but also reduces the need for frequent irrigation. ๐ง
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