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News
FIPS Africa joined the County Government of Makueni, development partners, exhibitors, farmers and other stakeholders at the 2026 Makueni Agricultural and Trade Fair held at Makindu Showground.At its stand, FIPS…
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News
FIPS Africa has held a media briefing with grassroots journalists from Kakamega, Busia, and Bungoma counties to strengthen collaboration with local media in taking practical agricultural information to smallholder farmers…
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International
FIPS Africa hosted partners from Madagascar and Burundi in Nakuru, Kenya, for a hands-on learning exchange on implementing potato projects, as it expands support to 10 organisations in six countries…
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Success stories
At just 19, Eliud from Tezo in Kilifi County is demonstrating what is possible when young people are allowed to learn, test ideas, and grow. During an exchange visit, he…
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News
A new investment in decentralised seed systems, youth enterprise, and stronger rural livelihoods in Nakuru CountyFIPS Africa, in partnership with the Nakuru County Government, has launched 100 Diffused Light Stores…
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International
Partnership overviewRéseau Burundi 2000 Plus (RBU 2000+) has joined the FIPS Africa Training Unit Community of Practice in a partnership that marks an exciting step in deepening and diversifying our…
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Blog
How FIPS ensures it scales the right agronomic practicesRecently, the Soybean Innovation Lab shared a post about the cost of scaling the wrong agronomic practices. This inspired James Mumo, FIPS Africa’s senior research coordinator,…
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Blog
A model transforming local food systemsIn Bungoma County, Village-based Advisors are helping to transform an entire local food system – one cow, one farmer, and one decision at a time.Last…
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International
Sierra Leone took a major step towards strengthening food security and improving rural livelihoods by training 200 Village-based Advisors (VBAs). VBA services will initially support farmers in five districts -…
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News
FIPS Africa joined the County Government of Makueni, development partners, exhibitors, farmers and other stakeholders at the 2026 Makueni Agricultural and Trade Fair held at Makindu Showground.At its stand, FIPS…
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News
FIPS Africa has held a media briefing with grassroots journalists from Kakamega, Busia, and Bungoma counties to strengthen collaboration with local media in taking practical agricultural information to smallholder farmers…
Read More
International
FIPS Africa hosted partners from Madagascar and Burundi in Nakuru, Kenya, for a hands-on learning exchange on implementing potato projects, as it expands support to 10 organisations in six countries…
Read More
News
A new investment in decentralised seed systems, youth enterprise, and stronger rural livelihoods in Nakuru CountyFIPS Africa, in partnership with the Nakuru County Government, has launched 100 Diffused Light Stores…
Read More
International
Partnership overviewRéseau Burundi 2000 Plus (RBU 2000+) has joined the FIPS Africa Training Unit Community of Practice in a partnership that marks an exciting step in deepening and diversifying our…
Read More
International
Sierra Leone took a major step towards strengthening food security and improving rural livelihoods by training 200 Village-based Advisors (VBAs). VBA services will initially support farmers in five districts -…
Read More
Blog
How FIPS ensures it scales the right agronomic practicesRecently, the Soybean Innovation Lab shared a post about the cost of scaling the wrong agronomic practices. This inspired James Mumo, FIPS Africa’s senior research coordinator,…
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Blog
A model transforming local food systemsIn Bungoma County, Village-based Advisors are helping to transform an entire local food system – one cow, one farmer, and one decision at a time.Last…
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Blog
For International Women’s Day, Susan Ndung’u, FIPS Africa's Training Manager, reflects on how FIPS and its partners are ensuring women are empowered to be part of an agricultural transformation across…
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Blog
In this blog, James Mumo, Senior Research Coordinator at FIPS Africa, reflects on the growing threat of fall armyworm and the urgent need for practical, affordable solutions for smallholder farmers.…
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Blog
In this article, Jennifer Wanjiku, the Learning and Partnership Manager at FIPS Africa, looks back over a six-year journey and shares lessons on how FIPS is coordinating efforts to regenerate…
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Success stories
At just 19, Eliud from Tezo in Kilifi County is demonstrating what is possible when young people are allowed to learn, test ideas, and grow. During an exchange visit, he…
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Success stories
As we arrive in Stacy’s poultry yard in Bukhayo, Busia County, she is already deep into her morning routine. Nearly 2,000 laying hens cluster around her as she pours feed…
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Potato
The sun dips low over Kaplelach village, Nakuru County, painting the sky in hues of orange and gold. Calves frolic in the compound while cows graze lazily, their soft lowing…
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Human Resources Policy
FIPS anti-slavery and human trafficking policy by FIPS AFRICA on February 18, 2026 Small Farms, Big Futures FIPS Africa has a zero-tolerance approach to modern slavery, human trafficking, child labour,…
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Human Resources Policy
FIPS code of conduct by FIPS AFRICA on February 4, 2026 Small Farms, Big Futures The FIPS Africa Code of Conduct sets out the standards of behaviour expected of all…
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Human Resources Policy
FIPS whistle-blowing policy by FIPS AFRICA on February 2, 2026 Small Farms, Big Futures FIPS Africa is committed to the highest standards of integrity, accountability, and ethical conduct. This whistleblowing…
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Soil health
Regenerating soils, empowering farmers: Innovations in soil health for Western Kenya by FIPS AFRICA on December 16, 2025 Small Farms, Big Futures The Regenerating Soils, Empowering Farmers: Innovations in Soil…
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Research
Post-harvest management practices manual for trainers: Harvesting, sorting, dying, packaging and storage by FIPS AFRICA on December 1, 2025 Small Farms, Big Futures The Post-Harvest Management Practices Manual for Trainers…
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Process guide
Cultivating success with process guides: how farmer-driven research is making bokashi more accessible and impactful Cultivating success with process guides: how farmer-driven research is making bokashi more accessible and impactful…
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Human Resources Policy
FIPS anti-harassment policy by FIPS AFRICA on October 18, 2025 Small Farms, Big Futures FIPS Africa is committed to a safe, respectful, and inclusive working environment. Harassment of any kind…
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Farmers manual
Management of on-farm soil erosion using Fanya Juu and Fanya Chini terracing by FIPS AFRICA on October 16, 2025 Small Farms, Big Futures The Management of On-Farm Soil Erosion Using…
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Human Resources Policy
FIPS child protection policy by FIPS AFRICA on October 1, 2025 Small Farms, Big Futures FIPS Africa has a zero-tolerance approach to child abuse, exploitation, and neglect. The organisation commits…
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