Kwale growers embrace smart farms to tackle climate change

“When I combine trees with other crops, I harvest more, food security is assured, and the land stays fertile,” John Mutuku, who farms green grams and citrus, among others, said. He further stated that although the benefits may take several years to materialize, the long-term vision is creating a strong sense of purpose and hope. 

Another farmer, Paulo Muteti, acknowledges the agricultural programme as more than a strategy, adding that it’s a lifeline and a legacy in the making. He believes that with continued efforts, hunger will soon be a thing of the past, as the farms begin to produce food in abundance. 

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