In Kenya, agriculture is the backbone of the economy and the lifeline of millions. But every year, a strange pattern plays out in our fields. A farmer plants onions. Another copies. Then another. And before long, thousands more follow. A Season of Abundance That Leads to Loss Come harvest time, there are onions everywhere. Prices crash. Farmers are frustrated. Consumers are confused. And somewhere in the middle, the market shrugs. This isn't just an onion problem. One year it’s tomatoes, the next it’s avocados. It’s a repetitive cycle of overproduction, under coordination, and heartbreak. A cycle that leaves Kenyan farmers – those who feed the nation – struggling to feed themselves. We Don’t Have a Production Problem. We Have a Planning Problem. In truth, Kenya doesn’t lack food. It lacks systems. We don’t have a production problem. We have a prediction problem. A distribution problem. A coordination problem. And in a country where millions still go to bed hungry, food going to waste due to market floods or logistical gaps is not just inefficient – it’s unacceptable. What Is Food Security in Kenya, Really? Food security isn’t just about growing more crops. It’s about growing the right crops, in the right places, at the right time – and getting them to the right people, efficiently. That’s what true sustainable agriculture in Kenya should look like. How Agriurb Is Tackling the Root of the Problem At Agriurb, we believe that to fix food insecurity, we must first fix how decisions are made on the farm. 1. Data-Driven Crop Planning Our field agents are deployed across Kenya, gathering real-time data on what farmers are planting, how much, where, and when. We combine this data with historical demand patterns and market forecasts to determine which crops will be in demand – and which ones will likely flood the market. By analyzing trends and supply gaps, we help farmers avoid overproduction and instead focus on crops that are needed most. This makes farming more profitable and food systems more balanced. 2. Smart Irrigation Systems for Year-Round Farming One of the biggest challenges in Kenyan agriculture is the reliance on rain-fed farming. At Agriurb, we're investing in irrigation infrastructure that enables our network of farmers to grow food across all seasons. This not only boosts productivity but also helps stabilize the food supply during dry periods – improving climate resilience and reducing seasonal food shortages. 3. Coordinated Farming for National Food Balance Through digital coordination tools and decentralized planning, Agriurb connects farmers across regions to prevent duplication and regional crop floods. Our system ensures geographically diversified production, preventing price crashes and improving access to nutritious food in both rural and urban areas. Until Farmers Thrive, Food Security Is Just a Buzzword The truth is, Kenya cannot talk about food security if its farmers – the very people who feed the nation – are left hungry. We must move from reactive farming to strategic agriculture. Agriurb is building a system where Kenyan farmers: Grow based on real market needs Have access to seasonal irrigation Receive timely data to guide decisions Are empowered to earn a dignified living Because feeding the nation shouldn’t leave the farmer with empty hands. Join us in shaping a smarter, more secure agricultural future for Kenya.