The Kenya National Federation of Sugarcane Farmers wants Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Peter Munya to intervene in the issue of high sugar imports and low prices. The federation’s Chief Executive Francis Waswa said the government should pay close attention to issues affecting the sugar industry since the majority of farmers are suffering. He blamed the issues facing farmers on a surge in cheap imports that have distorted the market. While Mr Munya defended the government against allegations of allowing dumping of cheap sugar in the country, the growers have raised concerns that the imports are crippling the sector by lowering retail prices. Sugarcane farmers under the Sugar Campaign for Change have also called on the government to protect farmers from exploitation by unscrupulous government officials who are pushing for unrestricted importation of the sweetener.

Source: Standard Digital March 12, 2021 18:40 UTC