Majority of Kenyan farmers greatly suffered from impact the Covid-19 pandemic and are struggling to procure inputs, a new survey commissioned by the Commonwealth shows. The surveys shows that 88 percent of Kenyan farmers surveyed indicated they are worse off financially. This, the report by impact measurement firm 60 Decibels, could further worsen food security in the country. It adds that as the farmers depleted their savings and saleable assets, they could become more dependent on borrowing, leading to a slower recovery. The farmers then had 50 per cent decreases in the amount of hired labour, inputs purchased, produce harvested and products sold.

Source: The Star February 19, 2021 00:56 UTC