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Sh60 million milling plant boost for rice farmers in Siaya

Siaya Governor James Orengo helps an elderly lady carry a jerrycan of water after launching the the Shs 9.9 million rehabilitated Ahono-Sinaga water project in Gen subcounty. [Isaiah Gwengi, Standard]

Rice farmers in parts of Usonga, Siaya County, are set for better days following the launch of a Sh60 million milling plant that is expected to boost their earnings from the crop.

Area governor James Orengo, last week launched the Siriwo Rice Milling Plant in Usonga after the county assembly approved it.

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