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Farmers urged to plant more sugarcane to increase boost Mumias Sugar’s output

Sacco ReviewJanuary 24, 2024January 24, 202402 mins

Kakamega Governor Fernandes Barasa has urged cane farmers in the Western region to increase sugarcane production to boost the input toward Mumias Sugar Company. Speaking to journalists after a surprise visit to the sugar miller, Barasa reiterated the government’s pledge to provide required farming inputs to farmers, adding that the county government will also chip…

New KPCU denies claims of stealing coffee from Meru factory

Sacco ReviewJanuary 16, 2024January 16, 202403 mins

The New Kenya Planters Cooperative Union (KPCU) has denied claims that it stole coffee from a coffee factory located in South Imenti constituency, Meru County. Speaking at the New KPCU Meru depot during an inspection tour of the facility, Chairman Daniel Chemno said that the allegations are baseless and only meant to tarnish their name…

Govt urged to waive Ksh603M debt owed by Machakos coffee farmers

Sacco ReviewJanuary 10, 2024January 10, 202404 mins

Machakos Governor Wavinya Ndeti has appealed to the government to waive a Ksh603 million debt owed by coffee cooperative societies in the county. Governor Ndeti, who hosted the Cooperatives and MSMEs Cabinet Secretary (CS) Simon Chelugui during the launch of the Coffee Cherry Advance Revolving Fund in Kangundo on Tuesday, said that farmers in the…

Chelugui urges dairy farmers to join cooperatives

Sacco ReviewDecember 14, 2023December 14, 202302 mins

The government has urged dairy farmers to form cooperatives to benefit from a larger market and increased income. While addressing the press in his office, Cabinet Secretary (CS) for Cooperatives and MSMEs Development Simon Chelugui said that the lack of proper structures has been a hindrance to the assistance provided by the government. “By joining…

Miller launches farmers’ education programme to boost sugarcane production

Sacco ReviewDecember 9, 2023December 9, 202303 mins

Butali Sugar Mills’ management has embarked on a vigorous education programme to educate and train farmers on best cane farming practices following reopening after a three-month closure over insufficient sugarcane supply. The factory has dispatched a team of agricultural experts who are visiting different zones to meet farmers and educate them on how to prepare…

NGO, Kisii coffee societies partner to ensure sustainable coffee production

Sacco ReviewDecember 9, 2023December 9, 202304 mins

Rainforest Alliance (RA), an NGO, and Gusii Coffee Farmers Cooperative Union (GCFCU) have partnered to launch a project to enhance sustainability and boost coffee production by ensuring the produce meets global standards. Speaking during the launch at Dallas Inn Hotel in Kisii town yesterday, RA Country Director Marion Nduta said that the project dubbed ‘Gusii…

Farmers urged to adopt fast-maturing sugarcane varieties

Sacco ReviewDecember 7, 202303 mins

The outgoing Director General for the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) Willis Audi urged farmers to transit from old sugarcane varieties to fast-maturing ones to enhance self-sufficiency in sugar production. Speaking in Kisumu during the last day of a sugar symposium, Audi noted that the government is currently importing sugar to bridge the deficit, hence…

Nakuru farmers hold protests over proposed sale of New KCC

Sacco ReviewDecember 7, 2023December 7, 202302 mins

Nakuru dairy farmers have vowed that they will not allow the privatization of the New Kenya Cooperative Creameries (KCC). Led by Muchemi Nderitu, the farmers held protests in Nakuru City to express their opposition to the proposition which they termed as ill-advised. He said that the sale of the milk processor will lead to the…

Nandi county cooperatives shine in Nairobi Coffee Exchange

Sacco ReviewDecember 7, 2023December 7, 202303 mins

The Kapsaos and Sorwot Coffee Cooperatives in Nandi County have registered a remarkable performance at the Nairobi Coffee Exchange (NCE) Auction this week. Kapsoas Farmers’ Cooperative Society stood out by achieving the highest price per lot as it presented 135 bags through their broker, New KPCU, and each bag was purchased by C. Dormans at…

KCC set to design new Strategic Plan despite imminent sale

Sacco ReviewDecember 1, 2023December 1, 202303 mins

Despite facing an imminent sale, New Kenya Cooperative Creameries (KCC) remains steadfast in its pursuit of launching a new Strategic Plan. Cabinet Secretary for Cooperatives and MSMEs Development, Simon Chelugui, joined New KCC’s Board of Directors in Naivasha on November 30 to contribute to the development of the Plan. He emphasized the significance of the…