Government funding targets 19 tea factories to enhance efficiency, support farmers’ earnings and strengthen Kenya’s position in global tea markets amid emerging export challenges.
Leadership reshuffle aimed at strengthening governance and supporting Kenya’s smallholder tea farmers.
Policy reforms come amid export risks tied to escalating Middle East tensions.
Agriculture ministry warns of sanctions as KTDA factories ordered to raise monthly green leaf payments to farmers.
KTDA keeps Region Five green leaf tea payments unchanged, citing weak cash flows and challenging global market conditions.