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@Mkimwa, thanks for the advice, i will check them out i hope the cost is friendly. Am only starting out and funds are limited.
Cheers
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Rank: Member Joined: 10/6/2009 Posts: 164
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Mkimwa wrote:@Mungaits
Please consider using HDPE pipes - the ones sold in rolls of like 100m. Visit Doshi on Mombasa road.
They are flexible and need very little plumbing. They have a longer useful life - especially if exposed to the sun, they don't break easily. Found them to be at comparable cost to the normal PVC pipes. Make sure you get a plumber who has used them before. @Mkimwa Thanks for the information, I am Interested in the same. Do you know of a place I can see HDPE pipes in use? Phaoro at ymail dot com Cheers
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Rank: Member Joined: 3/26/2012 Posts: 280
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Check with ASL Ltd (Rambhai)Hardware - Lusaka Road. 3/4 pipe 100m 6,500.00 DOH
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Rank: Member Joined: 9/20/2007 Posts: 252
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@all, finally got the HDPE pipes from PipeMania off Mombasa road behind Nice n Lovely. Bought 2 inch at 15k and 1.5 inch at 9k (100m roll)
You can reach them on 0721 240820
Anyone used super moneymaker pump for irrigation? Kindly advice on cost, where to by, performance, lifespan and efficiency.
Asanteni
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Rank: Member Joined: 9/22/2006 Posts: 24
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mungaits wrote:@all, finally got the HDPE pipes from PipeMania off Mombasa road behind Nice n Lovely. Bought 2 inch at 15k and 1.5 inch at 9k (100m roll)
You can reach them on 0721 240820
Anyone used super moneymaker pump for irrigation? Kindly advice on cost, where to by, performance, lifespan and efficiency.
Asanteni You can get the super moneymaker pump from Kickstart International or even try the Agrovets in Downtown.On performance not to sure but i hear good things about them.I would also like to use them once i construct a dam in Macha.
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Rank: New-farer Joined: 8/15/2010 Posts: 99 Location: nairobi
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ubuntu wrote:@NJUNGE..yeah sprinkler system 2acres 50k or less..the sprinklers are only 1200/= each wih radius of 8m..i need 8-10No..the other cash is for piping etc..the sprinklers are movable..across the land.u do say 2hrs upper section,2hrs mid,and 2hrs down..etc..actually if i do myself i can even cost 35k ..water pump will b arnd 15k 5hp..drip is 110/acre..agro irrigatin..cheers Ubuntu, did you implement the irrigation system? I am doing one for 3 acres and am looking for material quotations. Which brand of sprinklers are you using and how many horse powers is your pump? If you can provide details please send to bella.tropen@gmail.com. I appreciate all the help I can get.
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Rank: Member Joined: 6/4/2007 Posts: 215
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Small farmers there are tons of information here https://www.facebook.com/groups/farmingkenya/
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Rank: Member Joined: 11/15/2010 Posts: 455 Location: Nairobi
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Am about to construct a cow shed for about 5 dairy cows, anyone out there with an efficient structure design. ....He who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion..
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Rank: Elder Joined: 7/26/2007 Posts: 6,514
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Subscribed! I am just about to start a farming venture and any and all information is valuable! I will start a new thread giving my experiences, and share what I learn. Farming should not be top secret...Kenya needs to feed itself! Business opportunities are like buses,there's always another one coming
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Rank: Elder Joined: 2/16/2007 Posts: 2,114
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KulaRaha wrote:Subscribed! I am just about to start a farming venture and any and all information is valuable!
I will start a new thread giving my experiences, and share what I learn.
Farming should not be top secret...Kenya needs to feed itself! @KulaRaha, Which type of farming will it be ?
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Rank: Member Joined: 6/14/2010 Posts: 521 Location: Nairobi
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KulaRaha wrote:Subscribed! I am just about to start a farming venture and any and all information is valuable!
I will start a new thread giving my experiences, and share what I learn.
Farming should not be top secret...Kenya needs to feed itself! True. It should be public knowledge if we have to feed ourselves.
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Rank: Member Joined: 4/6/2010 Posts: 741 Location: Nairobi
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I am also very interested in farming. Thanks guys. this post has been so informative.
I have land at my disposal in the rich and fertile area of Mt. Elgon. The climate is great, the soil is volcanic and rich and the lands are green. However, we have one big problem. Water supply is quite limited. Therefore it is very difficult fro me to partake in the planting of crops that require a lot of water.
Therefore, I am thinking of doing doing animal farming. i love animals very very much. Nevertheless, i have no idea what to do or which animals offer the best returns.
Any help?????
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Rank: Elder Joined: 7/26/2007 Posts: 6,514
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Chaka wrote:KulaRaha wrote:Subscribed! I am just about to start a farming venture and any and all information is valuable!
I will start a new thread giving my experiences, and share what I learn.
Farming should not be top secret...Kenya needs to feed itself! @KulaRaha, Which type of farming will it be ? Am looking at french beans, capsicums, garlic etc. Business opportunities are like buses,there's always another one coming
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Rank: Elder Joined: 7/26/2007 Posts: 6,514
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chepkel wrote:I am also very interested in farming. Thanks guys. this post has been so informative.
I have land at my disposal in the rich and fertile area of Mt. Elgon. The climate is great, the soil is volcanic and rich and the lands are green. However, we have one big problem. Water supply is quite limited. Therefore it is very difficult fro me to partake in the planting of crops that require a lot of water.
Therefore, I am thinking of doing doing animal farming. i love animals very very much. Nevertheless, i have no idea what to do or which animals offer the best returns.
Any help????? Take a first step and try perhaps with simple goats...take it from there. Business opportunities are like buses,there's always another one coming
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Rank: Member Joined: 4/6/2010 Posts: 741 Location: Nairobi
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Rank: Member Joined: 4/20/2008 Posts: 437
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@Kularaha, did you start? Would like to exchange ideas. What's your email?
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Rank: Member Joined: 4/20/2008 Posts: 437
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Mkimwa wrote:@Mungaits
Please consider using HDPE pipes - the ones sold in rolls of like 100m. Visit Doshi on Mombasa road.
They are flexible and need very little plumbing. They have a longer useful life - especially if exposed to the sun, they don't break easily. Found them to be at comparable cost to the normal PVC pipes. Make sure you get a plumber who has used them before. @Mkimwa, I need a hook up with such a plumber. Would appreciate leads.
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