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Originally published by Nation CountiesMarch 30, 2026
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Nyandarua leaders nudge potato farmers towards coffee
Nyandarua, known for its irish potatoes, is looking to join the coffee growing league...
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Leaders in Nyandarua, Kenya, are actively encouraging potato farmers to diversify into coffee cultivation, aiming to reduce reliance on a single crop and boost local economies. This initiative aligns with the Kenyan government's goal to significantly increase national coffee production.
- The county has been allocated 250,000 coffee seedlings for a phased rollout targeting 1,700 farmers.
- Governor Kiarie Badilisha and Agriculture Principal Secretary Peter Kilemi are spearheading the push, highlighting the suitable climate and soils in Nyandarua.
- This move positions coffee as the third major cash crop in the county, following apples and avocados, as part of a broader diversification strategy.
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