While the decision permits the import and processing of the GM corn for food and feed, it explicitly excludes their cultivation within the trading bloc.
SABIL will manage 14 silo branches across the kingdom, including four located in major ports.
Kenya currently imposes a 50% ad-valorem duty on maize imports from countries outside the East African Community (EAC), in line with the EAC’s Common External Tariff (CET).
Redirecting animal feed manufacturers to utilize yellow maize is expected to decrease the pressure on white maize supplies.
The maize shortage is driving up costs, affecting both consumers and the livestock sector.