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Originally published by The Standard BusinessOctober 1, 2025
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Government steps up drive to cut imports and boost local agricultural production
President William Ruto has highlighted his administration’s commitment to reducing food imports and improving production...
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President William Ruto has announced ambitious plans to drastically reduce Kenya's reliance on food imports and significantly boost local agricultural production. This initiative aims to transform agriculture into a key driver of economic growth, increase farmer incomes, and achieve national self-sufficiency.
- Food imports, currently valued at Sh400 billion annually, are targeted for reduction.
- 7.1 million farmers are now digitally registered, enabling data-driven agricultural policies.
- Maize imports have fallen by 70 percent, from 9.9 million bags in 2022 to 3 million in 2024.
- Fertilizer prices have dropped from Sh7,500 to Sh2,500 per 50kg bag, saving farmers Sh105 billion.
- Maize production is projected to increase from 67 million bags in 2024 to 70 million this year.
- A Sh3.7 billion loan has been secured for the Kenya Tea Development Agency to modernize factories.
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