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Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development. PhD, Development/Agricultural Economist

Kenya
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Tea Earnings to Increase to 200 Billions this year
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Meeting tea stockholders at Chai Trading company
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Today, I held a meeting with CEOs and MDs of the State Corporations under my ministry where they briefed me on how the SAGAS' operations and mandate feed into the realization of the Bottom Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA)
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I had the honor of officially inaugurating the 6th Korea-Africa Food & Agriculture Cooperation Initiative (KAFACI) General Assembly at Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi. I warmly welcomed delegates from 30 member countries and praised KAFACI’s collaboration with
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This year, tea production has increased significantly by approximately 30% due to favorable weather conditions and fertilizer subsidies compared to last year. This morning I inspected warehouses owned by KTDA Holdings in Miritini and Changamwe, as well as leased warehouses in
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Engaging stakeholders on significant tea reforms.
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Today I was sworn in as CS Agriculture and Livestock Development, I thank God and H.E President @WilliamsRuto for entrusting me with this high responsibility. I fully commit to work with farmers, livestock keepers ,fellow CSs and all partners to restore agriculture to its glory
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Today, I visited Trans Nzoia County for the Kenya Seed Company Annual Field Day and took the opportunity to pay a courtesy call to Governor Hon. George Natembea.
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Today, we held a joint Cabinet and Principal Secretaries meeting, presided over by H.E President @WilliamsRuto . During the meeting, the President emphasized the need to focus on implementing transformative programs and policies that will positively impact the lives of all Kenyans
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World Bank delegation lead by Senior Agriculture Economist Ghada Elabed,Head of the World Bank Agriculture in Kenya, accompanied by James Musinga the senior Agriculture economist, discussed the progress on Bank's Agriculture Development projects portfolio in 46 counties in kenya.
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This morning, I was warmly received by PS Dr. @DrRonohpaul and Snr ministry staff @kilimoKE as I took over my new position as CS. I look forward to working with the ministry teams to effectively and efficiently execute our mandate.
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Today marked a significant milestone in fulfilling the promises I made to Kenya regarding the revival of agriculture and livestock to their former glory. The progress achieved so far is a result of excellent cooperation among stakeholders, including @DrRonohpaul and
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In company of PS Dr.Kiprono Ronoh, I officiated the Agriculture and Food Authority's(AFA) strategic plan 2023-2027, AFA'S ambitious vision is commendable, I emphasized the need for professionalizing agriculture to achieve self-sufficiency and sustainable food security to all
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International Seed Quality Conference
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Official opening of the 6th Korea-Africa Food & Agriculture Cooperation Initiative (KAFACI) General Assembly at Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya. By DR. ANDREW KARANJA, PhD, CABINET SECRETARY, MINISTRY OF AGRICULTURE AND LIVESTOCK DEVELOPMENT.
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I had the honor of presiding over the inauguration of the First International Seed Quality Conference, meticulously organized by the Kenya Plant Inspectorate Service (KEPHIS), with a central theme focused on “Seed Quality Assurance and Technological Advances for
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I participated in two in-depth briefing sessions organized by the State Department for Livestock Development and the State Department of Agriculture. Senior officers from each department delivered detailed presentations, updating me on their current operations and key initiatives
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Rice farmers to reap big from the KAFACI Initiative
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Mengo to asscess the progress made on tea sales in Mombasa. Accompanying me were KTDA Chairman Wilson Muthaura, Tea Board of Kenya MD Willy Mutai, and MD KTDA Management Services Collins.
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I take this opportunity to sincerely thank HE President Dr. @WilliamsRuto for nominating me in the position of Cabinet Secretary for Agriculture and Livestock Development. I promise to put my best foot forward to ensure we achieve higher agricultural development for our farmers.
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other colleagues. I take this opportunity to express my gratitude to everyone who has played a role in ensuring these accomplishments. Below, I highlight some of the achievements we celebrated today.
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sectors. It's was my pleasure to be hosted by Hon, Cornely Serem AFA Board chair and Director General Dr. Bruno Linyiru.
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Opening the 6th KAFACI General Assembly at Safari Park Hotel, Nairobi.
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I had the privilege and honour of presenting myself before the committee on appointments under the esteemed chairmanship of the speaker @HonWetangula to be vetted for the position of cabinet secretary nominee.Thanks once again to H.E. president @WilliamsRuto for the nomination.
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as I assume my new role leading the ministry. These sessions were intended to ensure a smooth transition and provide me with the essential insights needed to guide the ministry effectively.
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Climate Adaptation Towards Sustainable Food and Nutritional Security.”
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Kenya and other African nations in developing high-yield, resilient crops and enhancing farming practices, which have significantly boosted food security across the continent.
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at Kenya Agricultural and Livestock Research Organization (KALRO) Headquarters.
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food security and drive economic growth in the country. Earlier, I also visited the Agricultural Development Corporation and Kenya Seed Farms, including the Seed Dryers Facility, to ensure a robust supply of top-quality seeds nationwide.
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High-quality seeds are crucial for strengthening food security in Kenya. Today, I attended the Kenya Seed Company Annual Research Field Day at Elgon Downs Farm in Kitale, Trans Nzoia County. The event highlighted the importance of promoting climate-resilient seeds to boost
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The centre’s advancements in sexed semen production and embryo transfer technology are poised to provide farmers with access to superior, affordable semen, significantly enhancing the growth of the dairy industry.
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@bounty_mavuno @kilimoKE Absolutely! It’s wonderful to see forums like this contribute to the progress of our nation and the broader African community.
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The dairy sector is crucial in advancing the BETA economic agenda through increased production. During my visit to the ADC Livestock Genetic Centre, I observed the meticulous process of harvesting and processing high-quality bull semen in their laboratories.
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