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DP Kindiki Pledges Sh1bn to Buy Local Rice Before Imports

Kindiki said the government would ensure rice farmers in Mwea, Kirinyaga County, and other rice-growing regions have their produce bought before foreign rice is allowed into the country.

  • Deputy President Kithure Kindiki pledges Sh1 billion to KNTC for local rice purchases.
  • Kindiki assures government will prioritize domestic rice supplies over imports.
  • Mwea rice farmers to have produce bought before foreign rice enters Kenya.

Maize Experts Urge Farmers to Plant Region-Specific Varieties Ahead of El Niño Rains

The experts said increased farmer sensitisation was necessary to help growers identify maize varieties that perform best in their respective regions, particularly during the short-rains season.

  • Maize experts advise planting region-specific varieties ahead of El Niño rains.
  • Proper farmer education crucial for identifying optimal maize varieties.
  • Drought-tolerant maize seed varieties available for planting.

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