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Originally published by The Standard BusinessJuly 26, 2026
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Imported sugar undermining local industry, farmers say
Sugarcane farmers in South Nyanza have decried the importation of sugar, saying it is driving the region into abject poverty...
✨ Key Highlights
Sugarcane farmers in South Nyanza are facing severe financial hardship due to the influx of cheaper, imported sugar that is undermining local production and industry.
- Farmers are struggling to get paid for their sugarcane as imported sugar floods the local market, forcing consumers to opt for the cheaper alternative.
- Key stakeholders include sugarcane farmers, Sukari Industry, and Sony Sugar Company.
- The situation threatens the livelihoods of farmers, potentially leading to job losses and economic decline in the region if local sugar industries collapse.
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