Brenda Chepkorir: Cultivating empowerment and growth in kericho’s agricultural landscape
“I chose tomatoes and peppers for them because they are located in Kericho, and those crops do very well in the area. The crops take 6 months to harvest, and we will be exporting them to Nairobi and Nakuru,”
Tomato farming-Greenlife Crop Protection Africa
Brenda Chepkorir, based in Kericho, is a young agronomist dedicating her expertise to transforming the agricultural landscape. Her mission extends beyond cultivating crops; it aims to nurture lives and empower communities.
In the heart of a quaint village, Brenda found herself immersed in a project close to her heart, collaborating with a remarkable group of women determined to breathe life into a piece of land. Currently, she is assisting 10 women, a group funded by the government. “I chose tomatoes and peppers for them because they are located in Kericho, and those crops do very well in the area. The crops take 6 months to harvest, and we will be exporting them to Nairobi and Nakuru,” she says.
Guiding them through the intricate process of constructing greenhouses, Brenda meticulously considered the local climate, humidity levels, and market demands. She became a beacon of knowledge, advising on the selection of plants that would thrive harmoniously in their specific environment. The women, armed with newfound skills, eagerly embraced the prospect of cultivating crops that would not only sustain their families but also contribute to the local economy.
Brenda welcomes other people willing to engage in tomato and green pepper cultivation. “In case you think of starting such a program/project, feel free to email me through brendachepkorir254@gmail.com. My assistant will guide you through; we are based in Kericho,” she adds. Brenda addressed security with diligence, implementing measures to safeguard the greenhouses and ensuring that the fruits of their labor were protected from external threats.
Her involvement extended beyond technicalities; she became a mentor and a source of inspiration for these women striving to redefine their roles in the agricultural domain. Equipping widowed women with the knowledge of the correct chemicals to use, Brenda demystified the complexities of agriculture. Her guidance paved the way for sustainable farming practices, emphasizing environmental consciousness and long-term viability.
As the greenhouses flourished under Brenda’s expertise, so did the sense of empowerment among the women. They not only cultivated crops but also cultivated newfound confidence and resilience. Brenda’s agronomic prowess, coupled with her compassionate approach, brought about a transformation that extended far beyond the boundaries of agriculture – revitalizing a community, one greenhouse at a time.
Report by Jesse Abisheck
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