Upper Tana Natural Resources Management Project (Utanrmp) Activities Implemented By KALRO Embu

Abstract

Increase breeder, basic, certified seed and clean planting materials of improved varieties and avail quality seeds to the farmers. Target crops are cereals (maize – KH500-39E & Embu synthetic), legumes (beans, cowpeas, green grams, pigeon peas), root & tuber crops (Irish potatoes, cassava and sweet potatoes) and fodder crops. Build the capacity of small-scale farmers/farmer groups and extension staff through training in seed production protocols. Establish sustainable seed production by involving contract seed growers and community based seed producers (CBSP).