Kenyan farmer Ken The Farmer establishes successful sustainable agriculture project in Gambia

Ken The Farmer, a Kenyan dedicated to sustainable agriculture, launched a farming project in Gambia in 2025, transforming abandoned land into a productive venture. He employs innovative techniques like seed soaking to boost germination and crop yield. Ken chose Gambia after exploring opportunities beyond Kenya, driven by a challenge to cultivate specific plant varieties. He received land for his project and cultivates produce such as spinach, tomatoes, and bell peppers, starting with 10,000 seedlings on soilless ground. His methods include covering seeds with cotton cloth and soaking them in warm water to accelerate germination. Beyond farming, Ken also sells quality seedlings from Kenya to Gambia and Senegal. Despite challenges like retaining farmhands, language barriers, and adapting to the local climate and food, Ken has seen success, expanding his operations to include sheep farming. He emphasizes professional farming practices for business success and believes in quick action over prolonged planning. Ken also highlighted the resilience of his seedlings, which survived a 24-hour journey without water or soil.