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Armyworms destroy 600 acres of maize

Dickson Lekakisio a farmer at Murda Irrigation Scheme in Marigat, Baringo County inspecting his army worm infested maize crops. [Kipsang Joseph, Standard]

More than 600 acres of maize at Murda irrigation scheme in Marigat have been invaded by the fall armyworms.

In April this year, farmers in the scheme recorded huge losses after floods swept away crops.

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