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Following a decrease in tea prices and rising production costs, many farmers are drowning in debt. [Wilberforce Okwiri, Standard]
For years, tea bonus payments were a significant source of relief and joy for farmers in the country.
The extra income provided an opportunity to invest in their farms, support their families, or simply enjoy a well-deserved break. However, this year's bonus has brought a sense of unease rather than celebration.
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