Author: Kimani Chege
Kimani Chege is a journalist, media trainer and communications specialist with more than 20 years of practice. He has over the years specialized in unique areas of journalism covering health, agriculture, environment, and general sciences. His work has appeared in several media houses locally and internationally including Nature, Mail & Guardian, Daily Nation, Business Daily, Scidev.net and several Swedish media. He has also handled various communication assignments including developing content for WHO, ILRI, Africa Practice among others. He is the 2021 Editorial Fellow at Engineering for Change.
Kenyan Farmers Watch as Chinese Garlic Slowly Claims Market
Significant imports from China are meant to meet the shortfall since Kenyan farmers produce only 2,000 metric tonnes which only meets 50 to 60% of local needs. The rest is supplemented by imports from Rwanda and Tanzania.