IRRIGATION FARMING; Mwingi farmers reap big amid ravaging drought
Farmers living along Kithyoko River in Nguutani, Mwingi West are reaping big this drought season.
The farmers pump water from the river into six sand dams. The dams retain water, which they use to irrigate their produce.
Former Kitui Agriculture and Livestock chief officer James Songolo said the six dams have enabled residents to become food secure and also earn a living from selling their produce.
SUBSISTENCE FARMING: Irrigation has improved the lives of residents living along Kithyoko River.
Farmer Charles Ngesa said he is reaping big at a time when many did not harvest by selling his vegetables to residents.
He has planted kales, cabbages, carrots, maize, pawpaw, onions, tomatoes and bananas.
Ngesa said the water has enabled him to farm anytime without waiting for the rain.
REAP BIG: Farmer Evans Muoki carries vegetables harvested from his farm.
