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Kenya: New sugar factory planned for Tinderet

A group of local investors plans to construct the Sh1.5 billion Tinderet Sugar Factory in Nandi County's Soba location. The facility will...

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Edible Oil News in English

Sunflower farmers reel as government’s seed flop wipes out Sh1bn from rural livelihoods

In 2024, the Kenyan government initiated a Sh981 million project to boost local sunflower oil production and reduce edible oil imports. However,...

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Sugar News in English

Kenya: Sugar output up following large mature cane stocks in February

In February 2025, Kenya's sugar production increased by 5% to 76,758 tonnes, despite a slight decrease in milled sugarcane to 816,632 tonnes....

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Maize News in English

Industry players warn of imminent food crisis on maize shortage, rising prices

Kenya faces a maize crisis as prices soar 45% since January, threatening food security and poultry farming. With maize flour prices rising,...

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Rice News in English

Pakistan secures $155 per ton cut in rice export valuation to Kenya

Pakistan has successfully negotiated a reduction in the customs valuation of its rice exports to Kenya, from $615 to $460 per metric...

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Rice News in English

Pakistan secures major breakthrough in rice exports to Kenya

Pakistan has secured a major trade victory by negotiating a reduction in the customs valuation of its rice exports to Kenya, lowering...

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English

How More Inclusive Maize Breeding Can Yield Better Outcomes For Women Farmers In Zimbabwe

CGIAR, through CIMMYT, is advancing maize breeding in Zimbabwe to enhance food security and gender equity. By expanding on-farm trials and training...

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Wheat News in English

Kenya : Millers reject claims of sidelining local wheat farmers

Kenya’s Cereal Millers Association (CMA) dismissed claims that millers favor wheat imports over local wheat, stating that imports are necessary due to...