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Kenya losing millions over delays in commercalising GMO maize

Kenya’s five-year delay in commercializing Bt maize has cost $67 million in lost benefits. Bt maize could boost yields, lower production costs,...

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Sugar News in English

Seven Kenyan firms cleared to import 20,800 tonnes of sugar under special EAC tax

Seven Kenyan companies have been approved to import 20,800 tonnes of sugar under the EAC duty remission scheme, which attracts a 10%...

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Sugar News in English

Kenya’s sugar imports drop 45 per cent as local production surpasses demand

Kenya's sugar imports dropped by 45% in Q3 2024 due to an oversupply in the local market, marking progress towards self-sufficiency. Imports...

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Sugar News in English

Kenyan sugar millers back new legislation aiming to revitalize the sector

The Sugar Act of 2024 aims to revitalize Kenya's sugar industry by addressing productivity issues and cheap imports. It reinstates the Kenya...

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Wheat News in English

Kenya : Wheat Farmers Switch to Maize as Value of the Grain Dips

Kenya's wheat cultivation declined to 104,440 hectares in 2023, down from 119,554 hectares in 2022, as farmers shifted to maize, which saw...

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Sugar News in English

Kenya’s sugar imports drop 45 per cent as local production surpasses demand

Kenya's sugar imports dropped by 45% in Q3 2024 due to local oversupply, marking progress towards self-sufficiency. Imports fell from 162,189 tonnes...

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Maize News in English

Kenya : Biosafety authority set to assess public views on GM maize

Kenyan farmers may soon grow Bt maize, pending public approval. The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) is reviewing public feedback on the release...

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Maize News in English

Kenya : Agency seeks public approval for introduction of GMO Maize

The National Biosafety Authority (NBA) is conducting public participation forums to gather views on the potential release of GMO BT maize, developed...