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Agency moves to revive cotton farming in Siaya and Busia

Cotton farmers in Homa Bay county have resorted to growing Bt cotton for higher yields. [File, Standard]

A government agency has initiated efforts to revive the ailing cotton farming in Siaya and Busia counties.

Speaking on Friday during a visit to the counties, the National Biosafety Authority board members, led by Hussein Mohamed, pledged government's support to the farmers through provision of technical assistance.

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