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Hunger for wholesome foods rises as illnesses soar

Training days that saw a handful of people attend, now overflow with farmers eager to learn more about organic farming.

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by ALICE WAITHERA

Realtime27 May 2025 - 04:55
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As the fight against harmful chemicals blamed for the rising chronic illnesses continues, Murang’a farmers continue to exhibit a rising thirst for organic products.

The county was the first to pass an agroecology policy and Act in 2023 that have helped spearhead activities seeking to promote the practice, which involves sustainable farming practices.

Since then, markets continue to fill up with organic produce, with special stalls in Kangari and Kirwara markets in Kigumo and Gatanga subcounties.

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