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Osinka Kalaso

Onion Farm Project

Empowering Kenyan farmers through sustainable onion cultivation and water access

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About Osinka Kalaso

Located in the heart of Kenya, Osinka Kalaso is dedicated to transforming local agriculture through sustainable onion farming practices and community development.

Our Mission

We are committed to empowering local farmers with the knowledge, resources, and infrastructure needed to cultivate high-quality onions while ensuring sustainable water access for the entire community.

Our project combines modern agricultural techniques with traditional farming wisdom, creating a model that can be replicated across Kenya.

5
Acres Farming
200m
Borehole Depth
KES 2.8M
Project Cost
Osinka Kallaso onion farm with farmers working

Water Access Project

Our most critical initiative: drilling a borehole to provide sustainable water access for farming and community needs.

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Borehole Drilling

Installing a deep borehole to access reliable groundwater, ensuring year-round water availability for irrigation and domestic use.

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Water Storage

Building water storage tanks and distribution systems to efficiently manage water resources across the farm and community.

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Irrigation System

Implementing modern irrigation techniques to maximize water efficiency and onion crop yields.

Water project development
Water project progress
Water project infrastructure
Water project completion

Project Impact

Immediate Benefits

  • • Reliable water access for 100+ families
  • • Year-round onion cultivation capability
  • • Reduced dependency on seasonal rainfall
  • • Improved crop yields and quality

Long-term Benefits

  • • Sustainable farming practices
  • • Economic empowerment of local farmers
  • • Community water security
  • • Replicable model for other regions

Onion Farming Economics

Understanding the financial benefits and economic impact of sustainable onion farming in Kenya.

Market Analysis

High Market Demand

Onions are a staple in Kenyan cuisine with consistent demand throughout the year. The local market offers stable prices and growing export opportunities.

Profitability

With proper irrigation and farming techniques, onion farming can generate KES 150,000-300,000 per acre per harvest cycle, providing sustainable income for farmers.

Multiple Harvests

With reliable water access, farmers can achieve 2-3 harvest cycles per year, significantly increasing annual income potential.

Investment Breakdown

Paperwork & PermitsKES 146,000
Borehole Drilling & CasingKES 1,380,000
Solar Pumping EquipmentKES 1,339,000
Total InvestmentKES 2,865,000

Expected Annual Return

With proper implementation, this investment can generate KES 2,000,000 - 4,000,000 annually through onion farming with 2 harvest cycles per year.

Community Impact

How the Osinka Kalaso project will transform the local community and create lasting positive change.

Osinka Kallaso farmer working in onion field
Osinka Kallaso farmer tending to onion crops
Osinka Kallaso farmer with harvest
Osinka Kallaso farmer community meeting
Osinka Kallaso farmer training session
Osinka Kallaso farmer with irrigation system
Osinka Kallaso farmer in onion field
Osinka Kallaso farmer working in field
Osinka Kallaso farmer with sustainable equipment
Osinka Kallaso farmer working with modern techniques
Osinka Kallaso farmer in community meeting
Osinka Kallaso farmer training coordinator
Osinka Kallaso farmer with irrigation system
Osinka Kallaso farmer with harvest
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Farmer Empowerment

Training and resources for local farmers to adopt modern farming techniques

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Job Creation

New employment opportunities in farming, processing, and distribution

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Health Benefits

Clean water access improves community health and reduces waterborne diseases

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Education

Increased income enables families to invest in children's education

Our Onion Harvest

High-quality onions cultivated through sustainable farming practices

Fresh harvested onions
Red onions variety
White onions variety
Onion harvest display

Farming Activities

Daily activities and processes in our sustainable onion farming operation

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Field Preparation

Preparing the soil for optimal onion growth

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Crop Management

Monitoring and maintaining healthy onion crops

Farming activity

Harvest Time

Careful harvesting of mature onions

Support Our Water Project

Help us bring sustainable water access to the Osinka Kalaso community. Your support will transform lives and create lasting positive change.