Mr Ruto, however, defended the government from accusations that it has failed to purchase maize from farmers most of whom have not planted this season. By NATION TEAMMore by this AuthorDeputy President William Ruto has admitted that cartels are frustrating maize farmers as prices continue to drop. The drop in prices have been attributed to the bulk importation of cheap maize. Mr Ruto, however, defended the government from accusations that it has failed to purchase maize from farmers most of whom have not planted this season. Mr Ruto explained that farmers supplied more maize to the NCPB depots than had been anticipated.

Source: Daily Nation April 16, 2018 21:22 UTC