Nakuru residents have been encouraged to adopt agroforestry practices to enhance soil health, conservation to improve food security.

Nakuru County Commissioner Loyford Kibaara said by integrating trees into agricultural systems, the residents will help improve soil fertility, reduce erosion, and enjoy diverse income sources.

Kibaara further said that Agroforestry practices would safeguard the health and resilience of natural ecosystems, which in turn would ensure food security and other economic benefits.

The commissioner said the government was actively involved in various environmental conservation initiatives to mitigate climate change and safeguard the livelihoods of communities across the country.