THE FARMING GOLDMINE!..JULIUS KARISA & THE MAGIC OF GROWING SUGARCANE IN KILIFI'S DRYLANDS

This Is the question one would immediately ask if you talk about Ganze and Sugarcane: Can this plant really thrive in one of the driest parts of Kilifi County? And many would say no—but Julius Karisa has proved that determination, innovation, and smart farming can overcome even the harshest climate. In this inspiring episode of UNTOLD FARMING SEGMENT, we travel to Silala Village in Magogoni Sub-location, Ganze, Kilifi County, where we meet a farmer who turned a seemingly impossible dream into reality. Years ago, despite frequent droughts and little rainfall, Julius noticed a small stream flowing through his land. Instead of giving up on farming, he saw an opportunity. He drilled a borehole, discovered abundant underground water, and established a thriving sugarcane plantation that now stands as a beacon of hope in Ganze's drylands. Today, his farm—popularly known as Greenhouse Village—is proof that irrigation farming can transform lives and create wealth even in arid and semi-arid regions. In this episode, Julius shares: How he started sugarcane farming in a dry area. The challenges he faced and how he overcame them. The importance of borehole irrigation. The potential of commercial sugarcane farming in Kilifi County. Other crops grown on his farm. His dream of acquiring solar-powered irrigation pumps to expand production. The need for reliable markets for sugarcane and other farm produce. This is more than a farming story—it's a lesson in resilience, innovation, and believing in opportunities where others see limitations. If you would like to support Julius Karisa through partnerships, market opportunities, irrigation solutions, or solar-powered water pumps, feel free to reach out through us for support of this farmer. Please support UNTOLD FARMING SEGMENT by: Liking this video Leaving a comment Subscribing to the channel Sharing this inspiring story with friends and fellow farmers. Together, let's showcase the untold success stories transforming agriculture across Kenya.