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Government bans over 50 harmful pesticide brands

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe (left), Head of Public Service Felix Koskei (centre) and Nakuru Governor Susan Kihika. [Courtesy]

The government has banned more than 50 harmful pesticide brands, particularly those already prohibited in their countries of origin.

Speaking on Wednesday, in Molo, Nakuru, Agriculture and Livestock Development Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe said the government is determined to promote safer, locally-produced alternatives.

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