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Potato farmers counting losses following infestation of aphids

Pamela Kosgei harvesting Shangi potatoes at her farm located in Keringet area in Kuresoi South Sub- County. [Nanjinia Wamuswa/Standard]

Potato farmers in Kuresoi sub-county are asking for support from the State as a result of aphids infesting their crops leading to losses.

The bug that has become common in farms in the region, is feeding on the newly planted potato tubers as well as potatoes ready for harvest.

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