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New variety to triple production of rice and raise farmers' income

A farmer at the rice field in Mathangauta scheme. [Courtesy]

Hundreds of rice farmers in Taita Taveta are hoping for better yields this year following the introduction of drought-tolerant rice varieties by the County government.

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