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GMO maize new lifeline for ASAL producers

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The third day after rains came down, Joseph Kibaya is preparing and putting his old knapsack sprayer into a good condition, ready to face off with pests on his farm.

In less than a week, the maize he had planted will start to sprout. And as is the norm, pests mostly stalk borer will come for his young maize. He's therefore not giving any chances-the sprayer and pesticides must ready.

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