Kenya plans to adopt biological solutions to fight the fall armyworm that continues to ravage maize crop in many parts of the country. It is now time to look for biological ways to reduce its impact,” noted Agriculture Chief Administrative Secretary Andrew Tuimur. He noted that farmers have to wait a little longer, since a biological pest to tackle armyworm is scheduled for release ahead of the next planting season. Trans Nzoia County Agriculture Executive Mary Nzomo said that infestation in the country’s food basket stands at 10 per cent. Members of the parliamentary Agriculture Committee led by Mr Tiren said that Sh1 billion is needed to tackle the pest.

Source: Daily Nation April 23, 2018 17:26 UTC