Poor management and control of common coffee diseases are to blame for poor production and low quality of cherry.
A plant pathologist working with Coffee Research Institute (CRI) Getrude Alworah has said farmers have to intensify efforts in combating two most destructive diseases that have been affecting coffee production in the country.
Speaking during Coffee Farmers Open Day held in Murang'a on Saturday, Alworah mentioned coffee berry disease (CBD) and coffee leaf rust (CLR) as common diseases that have dwindled coffee production and affected cherry quality.
During the event that brought together agricultural experts, researchers, and coffee stakeholders to equip farmers, Alworah outlined specific ways farmers can employ to curb the spread and damage caused by the diseases.
