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Government, farmers urged to embrace technology to boost food production

Sacco ReviewSeptember 29, 202503 mins

Scholars have urged the government and farmers to embrace Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other advanced technology in agriculture in a bid to bridge the food shortage gap in the country. Led by Prof. Deogratius Jaganyi, scholars aver that incorporating technology in every aspect of our lives, more so agriculture, is the surest way of addressing…

Fertilizer subsidies boosted food production by 50 per cent, President Ruto says

Sacco ReviewJune 4, 2025June 4, 202503 mins

President William Ruto has said the government is accelerating both growth and resilience in the agriculture sector through strategic investment. The president who was speaking during Madaraka Day celebrations said fertiliser subsidies have boosted food production by 50 percent. There have been also reforms in the coffee and sugar sectors have revived local industries, enhanced…