Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe explained that Kenya imports 80% of its rice despite uncollected produce in Mwea, stating that logistical issues do not equate to national sufficiency. He emphasized that Kenya only produces 20% of its rice demand, and imports are crucial to meet national needs.

• Kenya produces only 20% of its rice needs, relying on imports for the remaining 80%.
• The Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe addressed the issue at National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB) stores in Kirinyaga County.
• Kagwe highlighted that 5,000 bags of uncollected rice in Mwea do not indicate national self-sufficiency but rather a logistical challenge.
• The government plans to prioritize local wheat uptake before imports, similar to rice, as Kenya produces only 10% of its wheat needs.