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Why rice is overtaking maize as Kenya's staple food

For many years, maize has been Kenya's staple food. However, this may not be the case in the near future because rice is increasingly becoming popular among Kenyans, says a new survey.PHOTO: COURTESY

For many years, maize has been Kenya's staple food. However, this may not be the case in the near future because rice is increasingly becoming popular among Kenyans, says a new survey.

The report by Tegemeo Institute of Agricultural Policy and Development shows many Kenyans are now turning to rice and other foods because maize production has gone down and rarely meets the demand.

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