Kenya Government to Ban Wheat, Maize Imports

President William Ruto has barred the issuing of permits to millers to import wheat or maize into the country. <br />Ruto says the move is aimed at protecting local farmers. He said the government will only deviate from the directive if the local produce is insufficient. <br />The president pointed out that the government will allocate U.S. $ 27 million to buy maize from farmers. <br />He announced that National Cereals and Produce Board driers will be used to dry farmers' maize at a minimal fee of U.S.$0,34.<br /><br />This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4166630/advertisement">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4166630/advertisement</a>