October 11, 2026 - Themountainjournal

Rivalry among the tea factories emerges over the bonus payment disparities as KTDA releases payments to growers

The Mountain Journal Factories in the Mt Kenya region registered a significant drop in the tea bonus payout, as those in the western region got minimal relief. The drop in the East is attributed to the impact of the tea levy, among other costs of production experienced during the year 2025/2026, and farmers seek clarification….

Relief for rice farmers as Waiguru commits to rehabilitate on-farm roads in the Vast Mwea irrigation scheme.

Bonnie17 hours ago17 hours ago09 mins

Kirinyaga Governor Anne Waiguru has committed to rehabilitate roads in the vast Mweairrigation scheme which have been in deplorable condition for a long time.Speaking during a meeting with rice farmers and local leaders, Waiguru said though maintenanceof the on-farm roads lies with the National Irrigation Authority (NIA) which manages the ricescheme, the delay in rehabilitation…