Kenya's Agriculture Cabinet Secretary, Mutahi Kagwe, has launched a crackdown on the sale of counterfeit seeds, warning that this illegal trade threatens national food security and farmers' livelihoods. The move comes amid concerns over maize production due to drought and changing weather patterns.

• The illegal trade in fake seeds risks farmers losing their crops and investments, potentially impacting national food security.
• Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe is leading the crackdown, urging security agencies to intensify efforts against sellers and distributors of counterfeit agricultural inputs.
• Farmers are advised to purchase certified seeds from recognized institutions like the Kenya Seed Company and Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organisation to avoid losses.