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Originally published by The Standard BusinessDecember 3, 2025
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Investments in agriculture spur Tharaka Nithi's economy
Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki says localising the State’s development agenda has made it possible to create entrepreneurship opportunities in agricultural and other sectors...
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Tharaka Nithi Governor Muthomi Njuki reported that strategic investments in agriculture have significantly boosted the county's economy, leading to a substantial increase in its gross domestic product (GDP).
- The county's GDP grew by 11.5 percent, from Sh80.5 billion in 2022 to Sh87.9 billion in 2023.
- Over 200,000 farmers have benefited from agricultural investments, including the distribution of 540 tonnes of certified seeds.
- Dairy production rose by 6 million litres, from 128 million litres in 2023 to 134 million litres last year, with a 25 percent increase in pasture development acreage.
- The county has also expanded fish farming, establishing over 3,000 active fishponds and 12 hatcheries, resulting in over 1.6 million fingerlings hatched.
- Rehabilitation efforts have been made for tea buying centers and coffee processing infrastructure to enhance value addition and reduce post-harvest losses.
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