The smallholder farmers, with a maximum of two acres each, will receive financing depending on acreage size and crop cycle.
MoreMiddlemen are currently buying maize from farmers for as low as Ksh2,400.
MoreThe Head of State maintained that the move is aimed at stabilising prices.
MoreIn an interview with Uasin Gishu News at his home, the primary school teacher said his motivation came as a result of the persistent loss of over ten bags of 90kg of maize every harvesting season due to rotting of
MoreShe however noted that the use of the Warehouse Receipt System is the only way farmers can avoid further losses.
MoreThe agreement underpins Equity Group’s strategic vision plan for social economic transformation in the 'Africa Recovery and Resilience Plan’ which puts a focus on value addition and mechanization of agriculture in the East and Central Africa market.
MoreIt enables farmers to have their produce dried faster in a more hygienic environment to maintain quality.
MorePost-harvest losses are one of the major causes of food and nutrition insecurity in Kenya. It is estimated Kenya loses over 30% of fresh produce through post-harvest losses.
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