Uasin Gishu Deputy Governor Eng John Barorot noted that the county is ideal for avocado farming and has since invested in production, having rolled out the diversification program in 2014.
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Natembeya says the government should instead utilise the existing locally produced maize.
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The farmers have also challenged elected leaders from the North Rift region to take the lead in ensuring no maize is imported before what is available locally has all been bought.
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“The plan to import GMO maize to the country should be paused until enough public sensitization has been done,” the Soy MP said in a post on November 18, 2022.
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Speaking as he hosted officers from the Directorate of Resource Surveys and Remote Sensing (DRSRS), Eng. John Barorot said the County Government is keen on data for efficiency and productivity.
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A team from the company will also be visiting farmers in sorghum growing areas in a few weeks' time to kick off registration and educate farmers on the program.
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"The shift will help reduce our reliance on imports, check the high cost of fertiliser and boost food production," Ruto said.
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Phillip Naibei, the County officer in charge of weights and measures, highlighted the importance of every producer owning a weighing machine saying it helps in knowing the quantity of the produce.
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