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August 23, 2026

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Ruto cuts fertiliser Price to Sh2,000 in new relief for farmers

Ruto cuts fertiliser Price to Sh2,000 in new relief for farmers

President William Ruto has announced a fresh reduction in the price of subsidised fertiliser, cutting the cost of a 50-kilogramme bag from Sh2,500 to Sh2,000...

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President William Ruto has announced a significant reduction in the price of subsidised fertiliser, aiming to boost national food security and encourage increased food production.

The price of a 50-kilogramme bag of fertiliser will be cut to Sh2,000, down from Sh2,500, effective within two weeks.
President William Ruto made the announcement during a church service in Taita Taveta County.
Additionally, a 50 per cent subsidy on maize seeds will be implemented from September, reducing their cost to Sh150.

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