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April 2, 2026
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Falling maize prices to spell doom for farmers

Falling maize prices to spell doom for farmers

The authorities should limit imports and review prices to encourage them to sell their crop to the national strategic reserves to build up stocks...

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Kenyan maize farmers are facing a crisis as a bumper harvest has led to a drastic drop in prices, threatening their ability to cover production costs. The projected record harvest of 70 million bags is causing distress, with prices plummeting from Sh4,000 to below Sh2,200 per 90kg bag.

  • A record harvest of 70 million bags has caused maize prices to drop significantly.
  • Kenyan farmers are now looking to export markets in Uganda, South Sudan, and the DRC.
  • The government, through Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe, had urged farmers to sell to national reserves, allocating Sh1.7 billion for strategic reserves.

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