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Taita Taveta governor calls for more irrigation investment

Sacco ReviewAugust 20, 202605 mins

Taita Taveta’s agricultural potential could grow significantly with expanded irrigation investment. Governor Andrew Mwadime wants water challenges tackled to unlock farming, jobs and food production. New programme targets livestock, dairy, fruits, edible oils and rice as key growth areas. Taita Taveta Governor Andrew Mwadime has called for more investment in irrigation infrastructure to boost agriculture,…

Kenya to import 25 million bags of maize as drought bites

Sacco ReviewAugust 19, 2026August 19, 202603 mins

Kenya plans to import 25 million bags of maize to bridge a drought driven food deficit The shortage threatens supplies and could put pressure on maize prices and consumers Government is turning to irrigation expansion and tax reforms to strengthen local food production Kenya will import 25 million bags of maize to cover a deficit…

Govt unveils measures as drought threatens maize production

Sacco ReviewAugust 17, 202604 mins

Government unveils measures to support farmers affected by drought. CS Mutahi Kagwe assures Kenyans there will be no food crisis. Drought threatens maize production in key growing regions. The government has announced measures to cushion farmers against the devastating effects of climate change as prolonged dry conditions threaten crop production in several parts of the…

Kenya turns to Comesa imports as drought hits maize harvest

Sacco ReviewAugust 14, 202605 mins

Kenya plans to import maize from Comesa countries as drought threatens domestic production. Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe said 25 to 30 per cent of the seed crop could be lost, but stocks for the next planting season remain sufficient. The government is developing flexible measures to address climate shocks, while sugar production has doubled, reducing…

Kenya to import one million bags of maize amid shortage

Sacco ReviewAugust 12, 202604 mins

Kenya faces a projected maize shortfall of 5.4 million bags by the end of September, prompting plans to import one million bags for strategic reserves. Drought in the North Rift is threatening maize production as crops dry up amid inadequate rainfall. The supply gap could push maize prices higher, with a 90 kilogramme bag currently…

KALRO trains 20,000 farmers on new Waithera bean variety

Sacco ReviewAugust 11, 202605 mins

KALRO is training 20,000 farmers in five counties on the drought tolerant and disease resistant Waithera bean variety. The programme is promoting farmer aggregation, better market prices and links to processors and export markets. Waithera matures in 60 to 70 days and can produce up to 10 bags of 90kg per acre. At least 20,000…

Kaimosi agricultural training centre to boost modern farming in Kenya

Sacco ReviewAugust 10, 2026012 mins

Kaimosi centre to equip farmers with modern farming skills and technology. Training will promote climate smart practices and boost productivity. Government says innovation and skills are key to Kenya’s food security. The Government has commissioned the Kaimosi Agricultural Training Centre, a move officials say will equip farmers with modern skills and climate-smart practices as Kenya…

Senate committee reviews amendments to extension bill

Sacco ReviewAugust 5, 202603 mins

Senate Agriculture Committee reviewed National Assembly amendments to the Agriculture and Livestock Extension Service Bill, 2022 Bill seeks to establish a legal framework for coordinated agricultural and livestock extension services and improve farmers’ access to technical support Committee will prepare a report with recommendations on the amendments for consideration by the Senate in plenary The…

Ruto pledges fertiliser price cut to boost food production

Sacco ReviewAugust 3, 202605 mins

President William Ruto pledged to reduce fertiliser and seed prices from next year to encourage farmers to increase food production. Farmers were urged to take advantage of the expected short rains after failed rains caused widespread crop losses and reduced harvests. The government plans to construct 50 mega dams, 200 medium sized dams and 1,000…

Migori farmers rush for subsidised fertiliser as short rains near

Sacco ReviewJuly 29, 202606 mins

Hundreds of Migori farmers are flocking to NCPB depots to buy subsidised fertiliser and certified maize seeds ahead of the expected short rains. NCPB says it has adequate fertiliser and seed stocks, urging farmers to buy only from authorised depots as concerns emerge over middlemen and limited DAP supplies. Farmers hope timely rains and access…