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[PHOTOS] Gachagua meets PSs over fertiliser subsidy

"We are creating a cost-effective distribution chain to ensure the farmer gets cheap fertiliser"

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by LINDWE DANFLOW

Big-read18 January 2023 - 15:53
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In Summary


  • The meeting was held to discuss the Government's programme of subsidised fertilizer. 
  • The DP said the meeting was also aimed at the realisation of the government's commitment to sustainable affordable food.
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in a meeting with PSs on Wednesday, January 18, 2023.

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua on Wednesday held a consultative meeting with Permanent Secretaries from different ministries.

The meeting was held to discuss the Government's programme of subsidised fertilizer. 

"This is as the short rains are expected in about 12 key food producing counties around the country," Gachagua said. 

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in a meeting with PSs on Wednesday, January 18, 2023.

The DP said the meeting was also aimed at the realisation of the government's commitment to sustainable affordable food through lowering the cost of production.

" We are creating a seamless and cost-effective distribution chain to ensure the farmer gets cheap fertiliser as directed by President William Ruto," Gachagua said. 

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua in a meeting with PSs on January 18, 2023

Also present in the meeting were Council of Governors Chief Executive Officer Mary Mwiti and National Cereals and Produce Board Managing Director Joseph Kimote.

Official in a meeting with DP Rigathi Gachagua on Wednesday, January 18, 2023.
Official in a meeting with DP Rigathi Gachagua on Wednesday, January 18, 2023.
Officials in a meeting with DP Rigathi Gachagua on Wednesday, January 18, 2023.
Official in a meeting with DP Rigathi Gachagua on Wednesday, January 18, 2023.
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