Uhuru courages Young Kenyans to use innovation and technology to boost food Production
President Uhuru Kenyatta is encouraging young Kenyans to venture in the agricultural sector through technology and innovation.
The head of state said the government is putting measures to ensure the youth get as much knowledge as possible to equip them in agriculture.
Gov’t is equipping youth to sustain agriculture sector, says President Kenyatta
Recent study shows that the average age of a Kenyan farmer is 59 years while that of a consumer is 17 years.
Uhuru spoke during the official opening of the 2019 Nairobi International Trade Fair at the Jamhuri Show ground.
The Jubilee administration is prioritizing access to funds for youth, women and people with disability in order to avail the capital needed to establish and grow enterprises in agriculture.
Agriculture CS, Mwangi Kiunjuri said his ministry is aimed at enhancing agricultural productivity in the country.
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