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Chiefs and Assistant chiefs in Siaya County receive cotton seed for growing during this rain season. [Mike Kihaki, Standard]
The cotton industry in the country is set to receive a new lease of life after the government pledged to upscale the production of the product in the country.
The government said farmers will receive free chemicals and training to ensure the crop is effectively managed for maximum yields to be realized and is expected to provide enough raw materials for local textile industries and for export.
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