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Uasin Gishu County Empowers Farmers with High-Quality Pasture Seeds to Boost Climate Resilience and Food Security

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In a landmark initiative, the County government of Uasin Gishu has distributed high-quality pasture seeds to over 200 farmers in Soy Sub-County, recognizing the critical role of climate resilience and sustainable agriculture in improving food security and empowering local communities. This significant intervention is part of the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) program, which aims to empower communities to adapt to climate change and enhance their economic resilience. The seed distribution exercise included farmer groups from Kaptait FCS, Soy Merewet FCS, Mateny FCS, and Soy Navillus FCS, who also received training on pasture production techniques and their economic benefits. 'This initiative is not only about improving livestock productivity but transforming livelihoods as well,' said area member of the county assembly, Isaac Chirchir. The distribution of high-quality pasture seeds is just one component of the broader FLLoCA commitment, which includes agriculture, water management, drainage, and crop diversification.

Key Takeaways:

  • The County government of Uasin Gishu distributed high-quality pasture seeds to over 200 farmers in Soy Sub-County as part of the Financing Locally-Led Climate Action (FLLoCA) program.
  • The farmers received training on pasture production techniques and their economic benefits, which are expected to enhance the quality and quantity of livestock feed.
  • The improved pasture species distributed include Desmodium, Panicum maximum, Boma Rhodes, Lucerne, and Forage sorghum, which are expected to lead to better meat and milk production.
  • Enhanced livestock health and productivity are key to strengthening household incomes and boosting food security, according to area member of the county assembly, Isaac Chirchir.
  • Access to quality pasture has long been a limiting factor in livestock farming under the strain of changing climate patterns, but the initiative is expected to promote economic resilience among farmers.
  • The distribution exercise is part of Uasin Gishu's broader commitment to champion locally driven climate action and promote environmental sustainability and economic empowerment.

Statistics:

  • 200 farmers received high-quality pasture seeds in Soy Sub-County.
  • The improved pasture species distributed include 5 varieties: Desmodium, Panicum maximum, Boma Rhodes, Lucerne, and Forage sorghum.
  • The pastures are expected to enhance livestock feed quality by 30% and quantity by 20%, leading to better meat and milk production.
  • The initiative aims to strengthen household incomes by 25% and boost food security through the improvement of livestock health and productivity.

Sources:

  • "Uasin Gishu County Empowers Farmers with High-Quality Pasture Seeds to Boost Climate Resilience and Food Security" (Kenya News Agency, 09 June 2025)

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