The Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary, Mutahi Kagwe, has urged for swift measures to convert the agricultural sector from a struggling segment into a prosperous industry. The CS stated that agriculture continues to be the foundation of the continent, offering sustenance to more than 60 percent of Africa’s populace and playing a role in...
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Severe flooding in Bolivia destroys crops and homes
Residents of Bolivia’s mountainous Viacha community are reeling from the damage caused by heavy rainfall that led to severe flooding in the region. Rivers burst their banks, submerging farm fields and several homes in the Bolivian highlands. The floods destroyed vital potato and barley crops, a cornerstone of the local economy. On Wednesday, farmers waded...
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CS Kagwe proposes establishment of Agricultural Police Unit
Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has revealed plans to introduce a new police unit specifically to deal with matters in the agriculture sector. Kagwe said the presence of the Agricultural Police Unit will not only respond to such issues but also help in protecting farmers’ interests. Speaking in Mombasa during a meeting with stakeholders from...