Maize
Maize farmers in Kenya's North Rift who hoarded their produce expecting higher prices now risk losses as cheaper maize from Tanzania floods the market. Prices have fallen from Sh4,600 to Sh4,000 per 90kg bag, with market conditions remaining unchanged for a month. Alternative foods have also increased supply.
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Kenya's Agriculture Minister Mutahi Kagwe has warned that the government will start importing duty-free maize if farmers continue to withhold their produce. This follows the allocation of Sh1.7 billion to purchase 1.7 million bags of maize, but farmers have refused to deliver them to the National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB). Kagwe issued the warning during a visit to Kirinyaga County.