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Farmers Party leader, Irungu Nyakera, has expressed optimism and confidence in President William Samoei Ruto’s commitment to revitalize the coffee sector in Kenya. Nyakera lauded the President’s recent measures aimed at alleviating the financial burden on coffee farmers and boosting the industry.
“Farmers Party would like to thank HE the President following his recent announcement that the Government will write off Ksh. 6 billion of coffee farmer debts and increase the Coffee Cherry Fund by Ksh. 2 billion. This move will be a shot in the arm of the ongoing coffee reforms aimed at expanding cultivation acreage and enhancing farmer revenues. It will also go a long way in revamping coffee farming that has been dying over the years,” Nyakera stated.
He emphasized the importance of focusing on agricultural reforms that directly impact the livelihoods of constituents, urging politicians from the Mt. Kenya region to prioritize such agendas over constant political bickering. “I beseech politicians from Mt. Kenya to focus on such agendas that directly impact the livelihood of the people who voted for them rather than the daily bickering and politicking. For now, let’s review the Finance Bill and its implications for the common man and bring the relevant debates to the house,” he added.
Nyakera’s remarks highlight a broader call for political leaders to concentrate on substantive economic issues, particularly those that support the agricultural sector, which remains a critical component of Kenya’s economy. The recent governmental initiatives are expected to provide much-needed support to coffee farmers, ensuring sustainable growth and increased productivity in the sector.
