LRC Foundation, in partnership with Welthungerhilfe through the Skill Up! Project, is proud to launch a scholarship program aimed at empowering young Kenyans with the skills, knowledge, and practical experience needed to thrive in the agricultural sector. Agriculture remains one of Kenya’s most important economic sectors, providing employment and livelihoods for millions of people. However, Continue Reading
In the rolling highlands of Iten, Gilbert is rewriting the story of smallholder farming. A dedicated and passionate farmer, he grows a variety of crops including passion fruits and vegetables, his primary source of livelihood. But this was not always the case. For years, Gilbert relied on a fuel-powered generator to irrigate his farm. The Continue Reading
In the vast plains of Ewaso Nyiro in Narok County, where darkness once dictated the rhythm of life after sunset, Henry Kanunka and his family lived under the dim, smoky glow of kerosene lamps. The light was weak, the fumes harmful, and the cost a constant burden, yet it was the only option they knew. Continue Reading
In Koshin, Uasin Gishu County, Philip Tanui, a young Kenyan agripreneur, is redefining what climate-smart farming looks like in practice following the mantra, clean energy, stronger farms, thriving communities. As the Founder of Ami Farm, Philip specializes in the production of vegetable and fruit seedlings, alongside the supply of fully grown vegetables. Today, Ami Farm Continue Reading
Before joining the Kawi Safi Mashinani movement, Abigael, a young mother living on the outskirts of Narok town, struggled daily with the realities of traditional cooking. A significant portion of her family’s income went into purchasing charcoal, while thick smoke stained her kitchen walls and exposed her children to unhealthy air. Cooking was not only Continue Reading
The coronavirus causing the respiratory disease known as Covid-19 is spreading globally.Through these challenging times, LRC taking precautions to ensure the safety of staff and the people we serve. Our team is working from home save for a few essential workers. To ensure reduced morbidity and mortality linked to Covid-19, below is a guideline for Continue Reading
Skills Development Agenda Projects. Agriculture Apprenticeship ProjectLRC pioneered Agriculture Apprenticeship in Kenya in 2008. The project introduced a new approach in agriculture training where the apprentices split their days between 30% classroom instruction and 70% on-the-job training at a real farm. This training approach is very different from the way agriculture is currently taught in Continue Reading