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Kenya waives 50% duty on yellow maize imports to curb rising flour, feed prices
Redirecting animal feed manufacturers to utilize yellow maize is expected to decrease the pressure on white maize supplies.
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Kenya introduces new high-yield rice varieties, receives US$270,793 equipment donation to boost production
The newly introduced Kalimara (CSR36) and Kalpaa (08FAN10) rice varieties are specifically developed to combat the challenges posed by climate change and soil salinity.
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Kenya faces 45% surge in maize prices amid supply concerns
The maize shortage is driving up costs, affecting both consumers and the livestock sector.
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Kenya launches US$4.6B irrigation plan to boost agriculture
The plan seeks to expand the area under irrigation by an additional one million acres over the next decade.
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Kenya’s maize harvest to surge 15% in 2025/2026: USDA
The USDA report also forecasts a 6% rise in maize consumption, reaching 4.4 million metric tons.