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Kenya : Cane farmers back sugar mill leasing as Kisumu leaders oppose plan

Farmers in Kisumu’s Nyando sugar belt support the government’s leasing of state-owned mills, criticising local leaders for opposing the move. They say...

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Sugar News in English

Sugarcane production in Kenya

President William Ruto aims to position Kenya as a sugar exporter by 2027, citing revived industry efforts. Key steps include writing off...

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Maize News in English

Maize set for better yield

Kenya could double its maize output by adopting modern farming techniques and eco-friendly pest control. Experts urge certified inputs to combat pests...

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Sugar News in English

Kenya: Sugar bodies welcome government’s move to lease out four sugar factories

Kenya's sugar unions back the government's plan to lease four state-owned sugar factories—Nzoia, Chemilil, Muhoroni, and Sony. Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe pledged...

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Maize News in English

Government cracks down on harmful pesticide imports

Kenya’s Ministry of Agriculture is cracking down on harmful pesticide imports, citing health risks like cancer. Principal Secretary Paul Ronoh urged public...

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Maize News in English

US steps up pressure on Kenya to level playing field on maize imports

The U.S. has urged Kenya to ease steep tariffs and tough regulations on maize imports, calling the 50% duty on U.S. corn...

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Maize News in English

US steps up pressure on Kenya to level playing field on maize imports

The US has called on Kenya to ease trade restrictions on maize imports, citing a 50% tariff and strict regulations that hinder...

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Sugar News in English

Why coffee, tea and sugarcane farmers are earning better – Kindiki

Deputy President Kithure Kindiki credited better earnings for coffee, tea, and sugarcane farmers to the government's crackdown on cartels. Speaking in Meru,...