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Brokers pitch tent in Trans Nzoia as maize prices drop by half

Maize prices have dropped from Sh8,000 to Sh4,000. [File, Standard]

Trans Nzoia Governor George Natembeya has warned farmers against selling maize at throwaway prices.

In the last couple of weeks, brokers have invaded the county, leading to a drop in maize prices from Sh8,000 to Sh4,000 as farmers expect a bumper harvest.

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