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Macadamia farmers reject push to join Cooperatives, cite past losses and falling prices

Sacco ReviewJune 7, 202604 mins

A section of macadamia farmers and traders under the Nuts Traders Association of Kenya (NUTAK) has opposed a government proposal requiring farmers to join cooperative societies, warning that the move could expose growers to financial risks reminiscent of past failures. Speaking during a meeting in Sagana that brought together traders and farmers from seven counties…

Macadamia traders accuse government of neglect as farmers count losses

Sacco ReviewJune 7, 202605 mins

Macadamia traders under the Nuts Traders Association of Kenya (NUTAK) have accused the government of neglecting farmers, warning that restrictive regulations are worsening losses and exposing growers to exploitation by middlemen. Led by Chairman Johnson Kihara, the traders faulted Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe and leaders from the Mt Kenya region for failing to address…