Wonders of Sergoit Hills

By William Kiptoo Source: https://wordpress.com/posts/wwkiptoo.wordpress.com  Sergoit County Assembly Ward is located in Moiben constituency, within Uasin Gishu County. With a population of approximately 16,220 people and covering an area of about 172.00 square kilometers, Sergoit is a lively and bustling community. The Climate : Sergoit enjoys a cool and temperate climate. The region is blessed with fertile soils, making it perfect for growing crops like wheat, barley, maize, beans, and various vegetables. Dairy products such as milk, butter, and cheese are also produced here. However, there are occasional dry spells from December to March, which can affect farming in some parts of Sergoit. Agriculture : Maize is a significant crop in Sergoit, mainly grown for commercial purposes. Some farmers also grow maize for their own consumption. Mixed farming systems, which involve both crops and livestock, are common in the area. Large farms often intercrop maize with beans,...

By William Kiptoo  Source:  https://wwkiptoo.wordpress.com/2017/02/18/kruger-family-at-sergoit/  The Kruger family in Sergoit on the Moiben plateau, is a well-known farming family in Uasin Gishu County. They operate large-scale farming on their 5,000 acres of highly mechanized farms. Now in its fourth generation, the family engages in commercial farming of maize, wheat, barley, and dairy products, while also being avid conservationists. They utilize a range of machinery such as plowing tractors, combine harvesters, spraying machines, and road graders to maintain their farm. Reports suggest that the Kruger family produces around 4,000 tonnes of grain annually, equivalent to approximately 44,000 bags of maize. Their farm comprises 1,500 acres of barley, 2,000 acres of maize, and 1,000 acres of wheat. The remaining 100 acres are allocated for dairy farming, a residential compound, and a 110-kilometer graded road network. Moreover, the Krugers have a 1-kilometer airstrip on t...