Preparations are in top gear for this year’s Southern Kenya Agricultural Society of Kenya (ASK) show that will be held in Kisii Town showgrounds.
The show, whose theme is dubbed ‘Promoting Climate Smart Agriculture and Trade Initiatives for Sustainable Economic Growth,’ will commence from July 11 to July 14, 2024.
Speaking to the press from the showgrounds, the Southern Kenya ASK Chairman, Mr. Kefa Onduso said they are collaborating with exhibitors from Agriculture, Education, Manufacturing and Small and Medium Enterprise sectors among others for this year’s show.
Onduso urged the public to take part in the Agricultural Show to learn new technologies and innovations, including techniques that can help to combat climate change.
He noted the membership categories will be charged at Sh8500 for an executive member, Sh 3000 for a full member, Sh 2000 for a single or KPO member, Sh800 for a military member and Sh 400 for young farmers.
The Chairman pointed out that besides the exhibition, the attendees will be entertained by Military Mass band displays, Musical and Theatrical Performance, an Amusement Park and fireworks.
Rael Obara, one of the exhibitors from Kenya Marine and Fisheries Research Institute (KMFRI) in Kisii, encouraged the residents to come to the show and learn the different methods of production of fingerlings and fish feeds.
On his part, Ogembo Tea Factory Unit Manager Peterson Arao said they will be showcasing new tea farming and production techniques at the event.
The Southern Kenya ASK show is expected to attract exhibitors from Kisii, Nyamira, Migori, Homa Bay and lower parts of Kericho, Bomet and Narok Counties.
By Kevin Wanyama and Linet Akinyi
