Charles Odira demonstrating how the machine works
By MKT Reporter
Charles Odira, a fabricator at Mixa Technologies Limited, has invented a blowing machine that separates foreign matter from cereal, ensuring cleaner produce.
The machine simplifies the cleaning process of maize and beans by removing soil, stones, leaves, and other debris, leading to higher-quality produce and effective market sales.
The Farm-to-Market Alliance (FtMA) and the World Food Programme sought Odira’s expertise to customise a blowing machine for small-scale farmers.
The machine features a hopper for pouring grains, a blowing mechanism to expel foreign matter, and a separation unit.
It is constructed using locally available materials, making it affordable and accessible.
Odira encouraged young engineers to collaborate with experienced professionals to gain practical skills and knowledge.
He also highlighted the importance of local production, stating that there was no need to import such machines when they could be made locally.
Farmer representative Olomonyak noted that the machine would reduce cleaning costs, speed up the process, and improve the quality of produce, making the produce more marketable.
Nkuito Kilesi, an agribusiness coordinator in charge of the Trans Mara region under the Cereals Growers Association, noted that the machine would significantly reduce foreign matter in cereals, which currently results in financial losses for buyers.
Farmers involved in the testing phase rated the machine’s performance highly, with scores of 90 percent and above.
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