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  • Ultimate Guide to Garlic Farming in Kenya: Unlocking Profits with Onion Doctor Support

    Are you in need of in-depth knowledge on onion and garlic production? If yes, we are a call away. Our service chatter includes: Onion seedlings, Garlic seedlings, Farm planning services, Soil testing, Drip irrigation installation and maintenance, Agronomic support, Onion and Garlic value pack and Farm management. Contact us for: Onion seedlings, Garlic seedlings, Germinated garlic cloves, Farm planning services, Soil testing, training on onion and garlic growing, Drip irrigation installation and maintenance, Agronomic support, Onion and Garlic value pack and Farm management. For free consultation, placing orders or booking a visit with an agronomist, please contact us via Call or what’s app +254703982228, Email: Info@oniondoctor.co.ke. You can also check out our social media handles for daily updates on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oniondoctorke?_t=ZM-8wmsTu0qumO&_r=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oniondoctorke?igsh=MTVoaHF3aWUydTJzaQ==Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/16SwgYn2dG/ Youtube:https://youtube.com/@oniondoctorke?si=u5Jnd-r0qU9UDYqL and Twitter: https://x.com/OnionDoctorKe?t=FR3JXlS_oN1vjjUgAtfyzg&s=09

    Garlic farming in Kenya is a highly profitable venture when executed correctly. Commonly referred to as Kitunguu Saumu, garlic is part of the onion family and boasts significant economic and medicinal value. With a growing local and international demand, garlic farming offers Kenyan farmers a golden opportunity to earn lucrative returns. This guide will walk you through the essential steps of garlic farming in Kenya, while leveraging services from Onion Doctor to maximize your success.

    Why Garlic Is in High Demand

    Despite its pungent aroma, garlic remains an essential ingredient in Kenyan kitchens and international cuisines such as French, Mediterranean, and Mexican. Beyond its culinary uses, garlic has numerous medicinal benefits:

    1. Boosts Immunity: Regular consumption helps prevent colds and flu.
    2. Fights Infections: Garlic combats bacterial, fungal, and viral infections like acne, cholera, and yeast infections.
    3. Heart Health: It helps regulate blood pressure and reduces the risk of heart diseases.
    4. Anti-cancer Properties: Compounds like allicin and diallyl disulfide slow tumor growth.
    Garlic Farming Challenges in Kenya

    A lack of knowledge on garlic cultivation has discouraged many Kenyan farmers, leaving 80% of the market reliant on imports from China and India. However, with proper training and resources, garlic farming can transform smallholder farms into profitable enterprises.

    Market Insights

    Garlic prices fluctuate throughout the year, with the highest demand and prices from May to September, reaching KSh 300–400 per kilo. Even in the low-demand season, prices rarely drop below KSh 150. With proper farming practices, one acre of garlic can yield 4,000–5,000 kilograms, making it a lucrative crop.

    How to Grow Garlic in Kenya: Step-by-Step Guide
    1. Choose the Right Seed Variety

    Certified seed cloves are crucial for success. The main varieties suited for Kenya include:

    • Softneck Garlic: Easy to grow with good storage qualities (e.g., Creole, California Early).
    • Hardneck Garlic: Produces large cloves but has a shorter shelf life (e.g., Roja, German Extra Hearty).
    • Elephant Garlic: Mild flavor and large cloves, ideal for niche markets.
    2. Climatic Conditions

    Garlic thrives in altitudes between 500–2,000 meters and temperatures of 12–24ºC. Low rainfall or irrigation during the vegetative stage is essential to prevent waterlogging.

    3. Soil Preparation

    Garlic requires well-drained, loamy soils with a pH of 5.5–6.8. Enhance soil fertility by adding organic manure before planting.

    4. Planting and Spacing
    • Plant cloves 15 cm apart within rows spaced 30 cm.
    • Sow with the pointed end facing up and cover with loose soil.
    • Mulch immediately to retain moisture and protect seedlings.
    5. Irrigation and Fertilization
    • Use light watering during dry spells to prevent waterlogging.
    • Apply a balanced fertilizer like 5-5-5 or 10-10-10 every 30–40 days during the growing season.
    6. Weed and Pest Control
    • Rotate crops to minimize nematode infestations.
    • Use mulch or manual weeding to prevent competition.
    • For pests, apply copper oxychloride and other recommended soil fumigants.

    7. Harvesting and Storage

    Harvest garlic after 4–6 months when the foliage turns brown. Cure bulbs in a well-ventilated room for 3–4 weeks. Once dried, clean and store garlic in a cool, dry place for optimal shelf life.

    Why Choose Onion Doctor?

    Onion Doctor offers comprehensive support to smallholder farmers across Africa to ensure successful garlic farming. Their services include:

    • Affordable and high-quality garlic seedlings.
    • Soil testing and farm planning.
    • Drip irrigation installation and maintenance.
    • Agronomic support and training for optimized yields.
    • Onion and garlic value packs to boost profits.

    By partnering with Onion Doctor, you can overcome common challenges in garlic farming and achieve maximum profitability.

  • Chives Versus Green Onions

    Chives Versus Green Onions


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    Chives and green onions look similar, but their flavor and cooking applications make them quite different. Here we explore the difference between chives and green onions and how to use both in our favorite recipes.

    What Is a Green Onion? Scallions, also known as green onions, are harvested early before the onion bulb fully forms. Scallions have a small, white base with straight sides and long, slender green stalks that progress from light green to dark green.Scallions are sometimes mistakenly called spring onions, but they are not the same thing—spring onions have a larger, more bulbous white base.

    What Is a Chive? Chives are long, slender, hollow green tubes that resemble thin straws or blades of grass. Chives have a pronounced grassy, onion flavor. Because they’re so delicate, chives are typically used raw as a garnish or added toward the end of cooking time to add a pop of green and an oniony bite.

    Although they both have a mild onion flavor, chives and green onions (aka scallions) are not the same thing. Chives are smaller, thinner, and more delicate than green onions, and they don’t have an edible bulb at the bottom. Compared to green onions, chives have a much milder onion flavor.

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  • Garlic Farming In Kenya: Is Garlic A Hybrid?

    Garlic Farming In Kenya: Is Garlic A Hybrid?

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    Garlic is a staple ingredient in many cuisines around the world. Its distinct flavor and aroma add depth and complexity to dishes, making it a favorite among chefs and home cooks alike. But have you ever wondered if garlic is a hybrid?

    Garlic, scientifically known as Allium sativum, is believed to have originated in Central Asia thousands of years ago. It has a long history of cultivation and has been used for both culinary and medicinal purposes.

    • Cultivated vs. Wild Garlic: Cultivated garlic and wild garlic. Cultivated garlic is the type commonly found in grocery stores and used in cooking. It has been selectively bred over time to enhance its flavor and size. On the other hand, wild garlic, also known as Allium vineale, grows in the wild and has a milder flavor compared to cultivated garlic. It is often considered a weed and can be found in fields.
    • Is Garlic a Hybrid? Yes, garlic is a hybrid. However, it is important to note that all garlic varieties are hybrids to some extent. This is because garlic does not produce true seeds like other plants. Instead, it reproduces asexually through cloves. When a garlic bulb is planted, it grows into a new bulb that is genetically identical to the parent bulb. However, over time, garlic can naturally cross-pollinate with other garlic plants, resulting in new varieties.
    • Conclusion: Garlic is indeed a hybrid, with all garlic varieties being the result of natural cross-pollination. Its origins can be traced back to Central Asia, and it has been cultivated for thousands of years for its culinary and medicinal properties. With its diverse varieties and numerous health benefits, garlic is a must-have ingredient in any kitchen. Start incorporating garlic into your meals and enjoy its delicious flavor and potential health benefits today!

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  • What Are Garlic Chives?

    What Are Garlic Chives?


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    Garlic chives are graceful herbs with pretty white flowers. The combination of a chive-like appearance and strong garlic flavor makes garlic chives a popular seasoning.

    What Are Garlic Chives? With their white flowers, long green shoots, and lack of a bulb, garlic chives (Allium tuberosum) bear a strong resemblance to regular chives. That’s not surprising since both are members of the onion family. However, while the standard chive has a mild flavor similar to onions, you can grow garlic chives in your garden or a container herb garden.

    Origins:

    The Chinese have been growing and cooking with garlic chives for at least 3,000 years, dating back to the Chou dynasty (1027 BC to 256 BC). But the popularity of this herb extends beyond China. Japanese cooks call garlic chives nira and use them frequently in meat and seafood recipes.

    • Varieties of Garlic Chives: There are three types of garlic chives, each with different uses: 

    1: Standard garlic chives: 

    Garlic chives look similar to chives, but their leaves are broad and flat instead of hollow. Their garlicky flavor enhances cooked dishes, particularly ones where the food is slowly simmered in a sauce, such as red-cooked stews or soups, or in stuffing. Use them also to add flavor to stir-fries. They go particularly well with eggs and seafood—you’ll often find them paired with scrambled eggs or prawns. 

    2: Flowering Chives :

    Flowering chives have hollow, light green stems and yellow buds on the end. But don’t let their delicate appearance fool you: flowering chives have a stronger garlicky flavor than standard garlic cloves. The yellow buds make an attractive garnish and, unlike regular chives, they are edible. Their popularity means that flowering chives are often easier to find than garlic chives. Feel free to use them in place of garlic chives.

    3: Yellow Chives:

    Yellow chives are garlic chives that have been grown under cover, without any exposure to direct sunlight. This prevents the leaves from turning green, as the plant’s chlorophyll-absorbing molecules never kick into action. Yellow chives have thick flat leaves, a yellow color, and a mild, onion-like flavor. Like flowering chives, they are considered to be a delicacy, and often served alone or paired with another vegetable in a stir-fry. Use them in soups, with noodles, or whenever you want to add chives with a milder flavor than either garlic or flowering chives.

    Storage:

    Fresh garlic chives have a short lifespan. Remove any dark green leaves that have wilted before cooking. Both regular garlic chives and flowering chives will last for a few days. Fresh yellow chives, on the other hand, should be used within the same day.

  • Herb Profile: Garlic

    Herb Profile: Garlic

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    Garlic is one of the most important and most ancient, widely known and universally applicable of all medicinal plants.

    The active medicinal compound alliin has been isolated by modern research, justifying many of the traditional applications. Strongly warming and mildly moistening, garlic is beneficial for cold and dry conditions. Garlic contains sulfur compounds including alliin , enzymes, B vitamins, minerals, and flavonoids. The sulfur in garlic makes it a metabolic stimulant while the oil in garlic is nutritive. This nutritive quality makes garlic a go-to for cases of sympathetic excess where there is nervousness, anxiety, insomnia and weight loss. By balancing the sympathetic nervous system and moving the body more into the parasympathetic nervous system, garlic improves appetite, digestion, absorption, removes gas, bloating, colic, GI inflammation, lack of appetite, and anemia. Garlic improves digestion by increasing mucosal secretion. Garlic dissolves cloying substances and helps the body rid itself of them.

    Garlic is also antibacterial in an intelligent selective manner, killing foreign pathogens while supportive healthy intestinal flora. It does so by attacking the harmful bacteria directly and by changing the environment and eliminating waster material in which they thrive. The strong smell of garlic is due to its sulphurous alliin compounds that are stimulating, detoxifying and antimicrobial. Garlic improves digestion and stimulates metabolism while simultaneously killing foreign pathogens in the digestive tract. Garlic is well known for its use in cardiovascular health, in part by stimulating production of a substance that relaxes the arteries.

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  • Clove of Garlic before Bed

    Clove of Garlic before Bed

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    There are miraculous benefits in a bulb of garlic and it’s suggested to have at least one clove of it before going to bed.

    The adequate content of magnesium and potassium that exists in garlic has an important role in the quality of sleep. To sleep deeply, the brain needs to reduce neurons and nervous system activity. When the activity of neurons has reduced, the quality of sleep goes higher.

    The other element is Potassium which causes deeper sleep and a shorter time to fall asleep. However, if your intake of magnesium and potassium is high, you don’t have to have a garlic clove to boost your sleep quality. The other way with which you can use garlic before bed is what our previous generations did. In the past, people used to put a clove of garlic under their pillow to sleep peacefully. The distinctive smell of garlic is because of a chemical compound called Allicin.

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  • Garlic: Is It Good For You?

    Garlic: Is It Good For You?

    Are you in need of in-depth knowledge on onion and garlic production? If yes, we are a call away.

    Garlic has been Are you in need of in-depth knowledge on onion and garlic production? If yes, we are a call away. Contact us for: Onion seedlings, Garlic seedlings, Germinated garlic cloves, Farm planning services, Soil testing, training on onion and garlic growing, Drip irrigation installation and maintenance, Agronomic support, Onion and Garlic value pack and Farm management. For free consultation, placing orders or booking a visit with an agronomist, please contact us via Call or what’s app +254703982228, Email: Info@oniondoctor.co.ke. You can also check out our social media handles for daily updates on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oniondoctorke?_t=ZM-8wmsTu0qumO&_r=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oniondoctorke?igsh=MTVoaHF3aWUydTJzaQ==Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/16SwgYn2dG/ Youtube:https://youtube.com/@oniondoctorke?si=u5Jnd-r0qU9UDYqL and Twitter: https://x.com/OnionDoctorKe?t=FR3JXlS_oN1vjjUgAtfyzg&s=09

    sed, both medicinally and as a food or flavoring, since the dawn of recorded history. Ancient medical texts from as far afield as Egypt, China, India, Greece, and Rome discussed the medical uses of garlic.

    Nutrients per Serving In food, garlic is used in small quantities and contains very few calories, fat, protein, or carbohydrates. Its health action comes from the enzymes and unique compounds that it contains. One clove of garlic contains: Calories: 4 Protein: 0 grams Fat: 0 grams Carbohydrates: 1gram Fiber: 0 gram

    Potential Health Benefits of Garlic: Medical research links garlic to a number of health benefits. However, some studies have suggested that raw garlic may be more effective than the cooked version, while garlic supplements are the most effective. Garlic tea retains the health benefits of raw garlic, as long as it is prepared properly: the key is boiling your crushed garlic no longer than 3 minutes.

    Cardiac Health: Garlic supplements, and in particular aged garlic extract, have also been shown to reduce blood pressure in people with hypertension. It appears to do so in part by preventing vasoconstriction, or narrowing of blood vessels. While garlic’s effects are comparable to standard blood-pressure drugs, it has been found that people who have inadequate levels of vitamin B may not experience this benefit. 

    Reduced Risk of Infections:  Garlic is widely recognized for its ability to fight bacteria, viruses, fungi, and even parasites. One study found that allicin, an active component of freshly crushed garlic, had antiviral properties and was also effective against a broad range of bacteria, including multidrug-resistant strains of E. coli. It also found that allicin had antifungal properties, including against Candida albicans, which causes yeast infections. Its anti-parasitic action helps fight major intestinal parasites, including Giardia. Other studies have also shown that allicin can help inhibit the growth of the bacteria methicillin-resistant Staphylococcus aureus (MRSA).

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  • Garlic Benefits for Women

    Garlic Benefits for Women

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    Garlic has been used as a natural remedy for centuries and is widely known to have many health benefits. For women, garlic can be especially beneficial in areas such as sexual health and fertility. Garlic contains antioxidants that can help reduce oxidative stress, reduce inflammation, and improve overall health. Garlic has been shown to boost libido in both men and women by helping to regulate hormones and increase blood flow to the reproductive organs. Garlic also contains compounds like allicin which may help enhance fertility by helping to balance hormones and improve egg quality.

    • Garlic Benefits for Women Sexually:1- Increases Blood: Flow Many studies support the fact that garlic helps keep and increase blood flow. An increased blood flow to the genitalia helps in increasing the sex drive. It is not only suitable for women but for men as well. In men, it helps with erectile dysfunction. Increased blood flow can prove to be beneficial for arousal and sexual stimulation as well. Nitric Oxide found in garlic can also be helpful because it dilates the vessels and promotes better blood flow. 

    2- Increases Fertility: Infertility in females is increasing daily because of many problems, but one of the significant causes is PCOS. These days, teenagers and adults both have to deal with it. It is polycystic ovary syndrome and an inflammatory-disorders affecting the female reproductive system. The most common signs can be disruption and ovulation delays because of cysts. PCOS can also cause other metabolic disorders such as diabetes, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and cancer. Sometimes it gets way more challenging to treat it with medication than we think. That is why functional food is used to treat PCOS to improve infertility. As mentioned above, garlic has immunomodulatory and anti-inflammatory properties that help to treat PCOS symptoms. PCOS cannot be fully recovered, but its worse effects and symptoms can be controlled, and overall health can be kept in check with a diet garlic is a huge part of that PCOS diet.

    3- Great Antioxidant: An antioxidant is a substance that fights off harmful substances and protects the human body from rational damage. For instance, if you are about to catch an STD, garlic and its active substances will help you eliminate the potential free radicals that will further damage your body. So, if you want to keep your sexual life healthy, adding garlic to your diet will make a huge difference. You will feel healthier than ever before.

    4- Improving vaginal health: Garlic is a popular choice for its recondite health benefits, especially when it comes to improving vaginal health. Garlic has practical benefits such as helping balance pH levels in the vagina and fighting infections like yeast and bacterial vaginosis. Garlic also helps reduce inflammation related to some common sexual issues. Garlic has anti-bacterial and antimicrobial properties that can help fight many pathogenic bacteria while boosting immunity. Along with making dietary changes including garlic, women should also practice daily self-care habits like washing their genitals regularly and avoiding douches or other products that can disrupt the delicate vaginal environment. Ultimately, by incorporating garlic into one’s diet and following regular hygiene practices, women may improve their vaginal health drastically!

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  • Garlic Weed Management

    Garlic Weed Management

    Young garlic grown in the spring in the garden. Growing garlic in agriculture.

    Are you in need of in-depth knowledge on onion and garlic production? If yes, we are a call away. Contact us for: Onion seedlings, Garlic seedlings, Germinated garlic cloves, Farm planning services, Soil testing, training on onion and garlic growing, Drip irrigation installation and maintenance, Agronomic support, Onion and Garlic value pack and Farm management. For free consultation, placing orders or booking a visit with an agronomist, please contact us via Call or what’s app +254703982228, Email: Info@oniondoctor.co.ke. You can also check out our social media handles for daily updates on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@oniondoctorke?_t=ZM-8wmsTu0qumO&_r=1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oniondoctorke?igsh=MTVoaHF3aWUydTJzaQ==Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/share/16SwgYn2dG/ Youtube:https://youtube.com/@oniondoctorke?si=u5Jnd-r0qU9UDYqL and Twitter: https://x.com/OnionDoctorKe?t=FR3JXlS_oN1vjjUgAtfyzg&s=09

    An important growing technique when growing garlic is weed management. Garlic plants are generally competing poorly with weeds, especially during the first developmental stages, due to the relatively thin and upright growth leaves. As a result, the plants may often suffer from weeds (if left uncontrolled), which compete with plants in terms of space, access to sunlight, water, and nutrients. The presence of weeds will have a negative impact on the yield of bulbs (up to 80% losses), as well as on the quality of the cloves.

    At Onion Doctor, we’ve come up with :  A complete guide on how to control Pest and Disease, Weed Management  and many programs on how to manage your seedlings from nursery to harvesting time for healthy, high-quality bulb and cloves. Don’t hesitate to reach to us for a quote.

    Garlic is highly vulnerable to weed infestation due to its slow emergence and slow initial growth, non-branching habit, sparse foliage, shallow root system.

    Weeds compete for nutrients, soil, moisture, space and light considerably reducing the yield, quality and value through increased production and harvesting costs. Garlic is closely planted crop with very small canopy. Due to smaller leaf size it cannot compete with the weeds. Their competition with the plants starts at very early growth stage because immediately after planting the cloves, the weed emergence occurs that competes with the tender seedlings. Weeds also harbor insect pests and disease-causing organisms. The losses caused by weeds have been estimated to be much higher than those caused by insect pest and diseases.

    Weed reduces the bulb yield to the extent of 40 to 80% . In garlic shallow root system make mechanical method of weed control difficult and sometimes causes damage to developing bulbs 

    Techniques include mulching, hand weeding, cover cropping, crop rotation, flame weeding, vinegar-based herbicides, and corn gluten meal. Mulching blocks sunlight and reduces weed germination, while hand weeding is simple and effective. Cover cropping prevents soil erosion and improves fertility.

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  • Climatic Conditions for Growing Garlic in Kenya.

    Climatic Conditions for Growing Garlic in Kenya.

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    Garlic also known as “Kitunguu- saumu” is a cool-season crop that prefers moderate temperatures and well-drained soil. In Kenya, garlic can be grown successfully in most regions with suitable climatic conditions. Here are the ideal climate conditions for growing garlic in Kenya:

    • 1. Temperature: Garlic thrives in moderate temperatures. The optimal temperature range for growing garlic is between 12°C and 24°C at the initial stages and up to 30°C during the bulb formation stage.Day Length: Garlic requires a long day length for optimum growth. It prefers at least 12 to 14 hours of daylight during its growing period.
    • 2. Rainfall: Garlic is sensitive to excessive moisture and requires well-drained soil. In Kenya, it is best to grow garlic during the dry season to avoid excessive rainfall. Garlic prefers a moderate amount of water, and irrigation can be provided when necessary.While rain fed garlic production can be successful,it is more efficient to plan for irrigation . Garlic can do well under drip irrigation,furrow irrigation and basin irrigation. Though overhead irrigation and rain hose irrigation are options,they lead to susceptibility to fungal infections.
    • 3. Altitude: Garlic can be grown at various altitudes in Kenya, but it generally thrives in areas with altitudes between 500 and 2,000 meters above sea level making most parts of kenya favorable for producing this crop.
    • 4. Soil: Garlic prefers well-drained, sandy loam soil with good organic matter content. The soil should have a pH level between 6 and 7.5. Adequate soil preparation, including proper drainage, is essential for successful garlic cultivation. It is advisable to conduct a soil test before cultivation .A soil test will show all the necessary changes required to improve the soil for optimum garlic condition. We offer soil testing services countrywide.

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