Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Willy Bett said the highly subsidised farm machinery would increase efficiency and augment Mwea Irrigation Scheme, which is being expanded through the construction of Thiba Dam. "The Government is also introducing other technologies and best practices that inculcate a water-saving culture in rice production," he said. He said last year, the Government allocated 117,400 bags of various types of subsidised fertiliser to smallholder farmers in the county to increase crop yields. He said another demonstration farm will be launched in Vihiga County soon and urged county extension and advisory services staff to train other farmers. In the past three years, about 100 farmers have been identified as winners in various categories for the award scheme.

Source: Standard Digital August 19, 2016 11:26 UTC