Isabella Kiplagat, from Koisungur village in Keiyo North, Elgeyo Marakwet County, runs a small farm on just a quarter of an acre. She started farming in 2014 to support her family while her husband works in Eldoret. As a mother of three, she manages both household duties and farm activities.
Given the high-altitude climate, maize farming is limited to a single season, making it less viable for small landowners. Isabella therefore adopted mixed farming, combining crops with livestock to maximize productivity. She keeps two cows and a calf, selling milk at Ksh 60 per liter, which brings in about Ksh 36,000 per month while supplying her family. She also uses cow waste for biogas, reducing cooking costs and protecting the environment.
In addition to cows, Isabella raises chickens, ducks, and geese, using some for home consumption and selling the surplus. The geese also serve as a security alert for her farm. She has also ventured into pig farming, selling two pigs for Ksh 42,000.
Through this diversified approach, Isabella earns over Ksh 60,000 monthly. She encourages women to pursue agriculture as a path to financial independence, demonstrating that small-scale farming can be profitable with careful planning and dedication.
By WhoWonskenya