Mutahi Kagwe Stories

Ministry moves to avert disruption of flower exports to European Union
Mary Wambui  |  Mar 25, 2025

He stated that the Ministry has declared zero tolerance for False Codling Moth (FCM) and is committed to ensuring 100 per cent compliance with EU regu...

CS Kagwe says farmers to get subsidised fertiliser after logistical challenges resolved
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 23, 2025

So far, at least 2.6 million bags have been distributed for planting ahead of the long rain season, and Kagwe assured farmers that they would have eno...

Agriculture CS Kagwe blames tea hawkers for declining quality, defends blending at Mombasa port
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 12, 2025

The CS said tea hawkers and unscrupulous traders bring in substandard tea, which affects the overall quality of the final product at auction.

Government to establish industrial park to boost livestock farming
Margaret Wanjiru  |  Mar 12, 2025

The Ministry of Agriculture is expected to present concrete measures in the coming weeks on how it plans to support livestock farmers and enhance the...

Miraa farmers struggle to sell produce as traders reject new prices in Kagwe's directive
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Mar 01, 2025

The government had set new prices after negotiations, with Grade 1 miraa expected to sell at Sh1,300 per kilogram, Grade 2 at Sh700 and Allele at Sh1,...

Government extends ban on export of in-shell macadamia as harvesting season begins
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 28, 2025

New measures include mandatory inspections at customs points and strict enforcement against poor-quality nuts being reintroduced into the market.

Mutahi Kagwe calls for increased funding to sustain key agricultural programmes
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 22, 2025

Kwanza MP Ferdinand Wanyonyi questioned the distribution of maize driers, urging the ministry to prioritise high maize-producing regions.

Agriculture CS Kagwe calls for 10-year jail time for sellers of fake fertiliser and seeds
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 22, 2025

Kagwe insisted on collaborating with Parliament to introduce legislative measures that protect farmers from fraudulent suppliers.

New miraa prices expected to improve farmers’ livelihoods, expand crop's farming
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Feb 15, 2025

CS Kagwe explained that the government is committed to addressing market access challenges and opening new export opportunities for Kenyan miraa.

Ruto's new cabinet secretaries take charge as they make fresh appointments
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 18, 2025

Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe, just a day after being sworn into office, made a series of appointments in a bid to streamline operations...

What President Ruto expects from his newly appointed cabinet secretaries
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 17, 2025

Speaking at State House, Nairobi, the President expressed his confidence in their leadership and experience, urging them to serve with integrity and f...

MPs cut short long recess to consider reports on President Ruto's Cabinet, PSC nominees
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 16, 2025

Wetang'ula directed MPs to gather in the chamber on Thursday at 3 pm to discuss the draft report and make conclusions.

Kagwe: Why Sputnik vaccine was banned hours after Ruto, other leaders received doses
Charles Adinda  |  Jan 14, 2025

The Sputnik V vaccine from Russia came under fire in Kenya during the pandemic after it was declared substandard and banned barely hours after then De...

Agriculture CS nominee Kagwe advocates for mandatory livestock insurance for farmers
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Jan 14, 2025

Kagwe pointed out the need to address these cultural challenges while promoting practical solutions like insurance to provide financial safety nets fo...

Mutahi Kagwe: My net worth stands at Sh842 million
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 14, 2025

During the vetting, Kagwe clarified that his wealth has been accumulated over many years through investments in land and real estate.

Kagwe: Farmers have the final say on livestock vaccination
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 14, 2025

He highlighted the importance of farmers' freedom to make their own choices regarding vaccination, saying, "The cow belongs to an individual, not the...

Mutahi Kagwe: Only locally developed GMOs will be allowed in Kenya
Lucy Mumbi  |  Jan 14, 2025

His comments come against the backdrop of ongoing debates on GMOs in Kenya. In October 2022, the government lifted a decade-long ban on biotechnology...

Kenya to reject fake fertilizers, products banned abroad, says Agriculture CS nominee Kagwe
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 14, 2025

Kagwe pointed out the need to strengthen regulations around the sale of fake fertilizers and seeds, a matter he described as "extremely unfortunate."

CS nominee Kagwe vows to tackle cartels to improve agricultural sector
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 14, 2025

The agriculture sector has long been known to be infiltrated by powerful cartels that manipulate pricing, access to markets, and distribution of vital...

Kagwe: How I will use communication to revamp Kenya’s agriculture sector
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Jan 14, 2025

Kagwe on Tuesday said plans to leverage both traditional and digital media to enhance communication within the sector, ensuring that key stakeholders;...

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