Farmers’ representatives say Ghana’s new cocoa legislation fails to address structural weaknesses and could prolong the country’s dependence on raw bean exports.
The extension gives livestock producers additional time to complete compliance requirements while protecting South Africa’s access to a key red meat export market.
Agriculture CS Mutahi Kagwe calls for modern technology, stronger processing capacity and new export markets to increase livestock incomes and create jobs.
Alcohol industry leaders want stronger surveillance, border controls and traceability as authorities seize counterfeit and uncustomed drinks in Nairobi.
The revised benchmark follows a sharp increase in sugar imports and mounting losses for South African growers and millers, according to industry figures.