Homa Bay County is shifting its agriculture programs toward practical agribusiness skills for youth and women, aiming to turn farming into a reliable source of income.
A recent two-day review meeting in Suba South and Rangwe, conducted with partners like CABI (PlantwisePlus) and First Bridge Foundation, focused on how participants are applying what they’ve learned in real farming situations. The program is moving away from theory and emphasizing hands-on skills such as pest diagnosis, digital advisory services, and farm mechanization.
Participants are being prepared to act as local agribusiness service providers, while also transitioning from subsistence farming to commercial agriculture to improve productivity and livelihoods.
Leaders, including Dr. Joash Aloo, encouraged youth and women to use these skills to build sustainable businesses, reduce unemployment, and create long-term impact. Overall, the initiative supports broader goals of modernizing agriculture, strengthening food security, and promoting inclusive economic development in Homa Bay.
