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Agatha Ngotho

Kenya

Journalist at Freelance

Science Writer at The Star (Kenya)

mother of two, agriculture & environment journalist and nature & travel lover

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  • Africa's farming innovation are lessons for the world, says IFAJ president

    6 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Agatha Ngotho

    Steve  Werblow,  International Federation of Agricultural Journalists president /HANDOUTKenya is set to host the International Federation of Agricultural Journalists (IFAJ) Congress in October. Ahead of the event, IFAJ president Steve Werblow, during his brief visit to the country, shared insights on the upcoming event and what it means for agricultural journalism. Here are excerpts from their conversation. What will make the 2025 IFAJ Congress in Kenya unique compared to previous events?

  • No more import levy on nuts, oil crops from EPZs

    6 days ago | the-star.co.ke | Agatha Ngotho

    Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe in Parliament on January 14 /ENOS TECHEThe government yesterday exempted enterprises in Export Processing Zones and Special Economic Zones from paying import levies on nuts and oil crops and related products originating from East African Community states. Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe announced this through the Agriculture and Food Authority.

  • Healthier chapatis anyone? Rice value addition to improve diets

    1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Agatha Ngotho

    Dr Ismahane Elouafi, executive managing director of the Consultative Group on International Agricultural Research during the Science Week at the UN campus in Gigiri /AGATHA NGOTHOYou may soon be able to have your favourite chapati or mandazi made healthier with rice flour. Researchers are turning to rice value addition as a way to improve diets, enhance nutrition and reduce dependence on imports.

  • What insects do you eat? The case for diverse diet

    1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Agatha Ngotho

    Insect and cassava crisps (left) and a serving of insects. What is your favourite dish? When did you last eat insects? As part of the ongoing CGIAR Science Week, participants were treated to a special dinner featuring a variety of cuisines made from nutritionally rich, scientifically inspired, locally available, yet often neglected foods. CGIAR is theConsultative Group on International Agricultural Research.

  • Top biotech students honoured as experts call for policy reforms

    1 week ago | the-star.co.ke | Agatha Ngotho

    Prof Richard Oduor, registrar in charge of research at KU, said the future of biotechnology is rapidly advancing. News14 April 2025 - 08:05In Summary“We are seeing new innovations emerging in the 21st century,” Oduor said.

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