𝗪𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗦𝗲𝗰𝘂𝗿𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗶𝗻 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘄𝗮 𝗮𝘀 𝟯𝟬 𝗙𝗮𝗿𝗺 𝗣𝗼𝗻𝗱𝘀 𝗧𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗽𝗲

𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘄𝗮: 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟱𝘁𝗵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 ~ Thirty farm ponds with a combined capacity of 7,500 cubic metres have been excavated in Marwa, Kilome Sub-County, providing a vital water reserve to support small-scale irrigation during dry spells.

On Thursday, Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr. inspected different water ponds in Kiima Kiu/Kalanzoni Ward, highlighting their role in strengthening climate resilience, conserving the environment and promoting sustainable farming practices to improve farmers’ livelihoods.

Implemented through NAVCDP by the Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries and Cooperative Development, the KSh11.78 million project targets 300 farmers across 936 hectares.

Beyond water harvesting, 30 lead farmers have been trained in climate-smart agriculture, while 11 local youths are engaged in terrace marking targeting 59.4 kilometres to control soil erosion and conserve moisture.

Accompanied by Deputy Governor Makueni-H.E Lucy Mulili, Governor Mutula called for sustained community participation and responsible management of water and tree resources to secure lasting agricultural gains.

The initiative is expected to improve crop production, strengthen food security and create green jobs.