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Youth urged to join Coffee farming as Meru seeks production revival

Sacco ReviewMarch 15, 202605 mins

Coffee farmers in Meru County, most of whom are elderly, have been urged to subdivide their land and actively involve young people in coffee farming to secure the sector’s future. Industry stakeholders called on farmers to move away from hoarding coffee bushes and instead support youth participation, noting that increased engagement would boost both production…

PS Mueke urges dairy farmers to adopt quality-based payment systems to enhance milk quality

Sacco ReviewFebruary 23, 2026February 23, 202604 mins

The State Department for Livestock Development Principal Secretary Jonathan Mueke has urged dairy farmers to embrace quality-based payment systems (QBPS) in their co-operatives to improve milk quality and increase earnings. Speaking during a farmers’ training forum held in Meru County, PS Mueke highlighted that cooperatives adopting QBPS will shift the focus from milk volume to…

‎Meru Alcoholic Drinks Control Board CEO Gitonga Akubu

Meru County Alcoholic Board CEO criticises rogue police officers accused of extorting bar traders

Sacco ReviewFebruary 7, 202605 mins

Meru County Alcoholic Drinks Control Board Chief Executive Officer Gitonga Akubu has criticised police officers accused of harassing licensed bar owners, warning that the practice threatens lawful businesses, and county revenue. Speaking during a meeting with bar owners association at the board’s offices at Mwendantu, Akubu said traders who have complied with licensing requirements should operate…

Leaders, farmers laud Meru Dairy CEO Gitonga over prudent use of farmers’ funds

Sacco ReviewDecember 24, 202505 mins

Leaders and farmers in Meru County have lauded Meru Dairy Cooperative Union Chief Executive Officer Kenneth Gitonga for prudent management of farmers’ resources, citing investments that are beginning to yield tangible benefits. The praise was voiced during the official handover of machinery for the Meru Dairy Maziwa Millers Factory at Mitunguu in South Imenti, an…

National Events hosted in Meru pumps Ksh250 million into the economy

Sacco ReviewDecember 6, 202505 mins

Meru County’s hospitality sector is experiencing one of its strongest years yet, buoyed by high profile national events that have pumped millions into the local economy. County officials credit the growth to an enabling business environment created under Governor Isaac Mutuma’s administration. This year, Meru played host to key national gatherings, including the 97th Kenya…

Meru farmers get major boost after receiving 600 bags of fertiliser

Sacco ReviewDecember 6, 202505 mins

Farmers in Kibuline in Tigania West constituency, Meru County have received a major boost after the government issued 600 bags of Mavuno top-dressing fertiliser to improve agriculture in the area. The consignment, which was received by Tigania West MP John Mutunga, at Kibuline Aggregation Centre, marks the second major fertiliser allocation to the centre this…

Meru farmers benefit as gov’t distributes 160,000 certified coffee seedlings in Meru

Sacco ReviewNovember 17, 202503 mins

The government has announced a major milestone in the Coffee Revitalization Programme, with the New Kenya Planters Co-operative Union (New KPCU) Meru Branch distributing 160,000 certified coffee seedlings to farmers in the county. Principal Secretary for the State Department for Cooperatives, Patrick Kilemi, said the initiative will provide growers with disease-free seedlings reduce farm production…

Meru County commits to empower traders, farmers through improved infrastructure development

Sacco ReviewNovember 15, 202503 mins

The Meru County government is committed to empowering traders and farmers by creating and improving infrastructures in places they operate from. This was revealed by Trade and Cooperatives CECM Rev. Carol Kaberia, who noted that the county government has remained committed to empowering traders and farmers by improving market infrastructure and creating better trading environments….

Meru Governor rolls out maize seed distribution program, pledges support for Miraa farmers

Sacco ReviewOctober 23, 202502 mins

Meru County Governor Mutuma M’Ethingia has officially launched a countywide maize seed distribution initiative under the county’s Food Security Program. The exercise, which targets all wards, is aimed at promoting sustainable farming and enhancing food production across the region. Speaking during a media briefing at his official residence, Governor Mutuma said the program would not…

Meru launches mass cattle vaccination drive to combat foot and mouth disease

Sacco ReviewOctober 16, 202504 mins

The Meru County government has officially kicked off a major Mass Cattle Vaccination Campaign against Foot and Mouth Disease (FMD), in a bold initiative aimed at protecting over 450,000 head of cattle. The event, held at Maganjo Coffee Factory in Kariene market, Imenti Central Sub-county, marks the beginning of a countywide and soon nationwide drive…