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BOOSTING RURAL LIVES, PROTECTING OUR ENVIRONMENT

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  Many farmers in rural areas in Kenya still rely on traditional use of fuel in forms of firewood and charcoal burning for cooking and warming their homes. Burning of charcoal for firewood has a negative impact on our environment since it contributes to deforestation and heavy pollution to our environment.   Emission of carbon dioxide during cooking with charcoal or firewood is also a health hazard especially to women and children whose traditional roles in the kitchen often expose them to harmfu l inhalation of smoke in their homesteads.   To mitigate against air pollution and green gas emission, we should come up with effective ways that rural farmers and the community can adopt for a safe, clean and smart energy .   https://practicalaction.org/ Biogas: The Safe Path to Clean Energy   The introduction of biogas as a source of energy use to the community in rural areas is a safe, clean energy solution.   Biogas can be generated from bio-digesters...
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EMPOWERING FARMERS THROUGH FAIR MARKET VALUE

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  The food on our tables tells a story of a farmers’ hard work, dedication, and a deep connection to the land. But often, somewhere between the farm gate and our plates, the true value of the farmer's labour is overlooked. Farmers are sometimes caught in a system where middlemen dictate prices, leaving them with very small margins and a constant struggle for sustainability. It's time we, as consumers and a collective society, champion a movement that empowers the farmer through fair market prices. https://www.foodbusinessafrica.com   https://farmbizafrica.com Farming is the backbone of Kenya’s economy, yet many small-scale farmers face daily challenges—low prices, limited market access, exploitation by middle-men and unpredictable weather patterns. While these issues may seem far removed from the average Kenyan consumer ,  consumer organizations  play a surprisingly powerful role in bridging the gap between farmers and the market. https://www.linkedin.com Many farmer...
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