Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has assured Kenyans that despite the challenges facing the agricultural sector, the country will remain food secure.
MoreCS Kagwe said the government expects maize production to decline because of the drought but has put in place measures to cushion the country against a food shortage.
MoreFour coolers were delivered to Uasin Gishu while Nandi County received five.
MoreThe price relief will target both the upcoming short rains and the long rains next year.
MoreCS Kagwe emphasized the urgent need to clear both pending and new legislative proposals that are critical to advancing reforms in the agriculture and livestock sectors.
MoreAccording to the Department of Agriculture, at least 30 per cent of the crop had already been severely affected by the prolonged dry spell.
MoreThe Investment Plan is aimed at building resilient food systems, modernizing agricultural value chains and expanding irrigation.
MoreMenjo has warned that the move could leave many farmers without inputs during a critical period.
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