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Originally published by Citizen DigitalSeptember 30, 2025
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KTDA explains why tea farmers will receive lower bonuses as pressure for reforms mounts
Farmers have been anxiously awaiting this year’s final bonus announcement, as early indications suggest that the payouts will be lower than last year’s, sparking concern among growers who depend on th.....
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The Kenya Tea Development Agency (KTDA) has explained that Kenyan tea farmers will receive lower bonuses this year due to unfavourable international market conditions and currency exchange movements. Farmers are expressing concern as their livelihoods depend on these earnings, with pressure mounting on KTDA for reforms.
- The Kenya Shilling traded at an average of Ksh 129 to the US dollar in 2025, compared to Ksh 144 in 2024.
- KTDA is expanding production of orthodox teas and collaborating with the government on value addition and new markets, including China.
- KTDA leadership, under Chairman Chege Kirundi, has pledged a "Farmers First" approach amidst calls for greater transparency and efficiency.
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