MAKUENI TO HOST NATIONAL KENYA SCHOOL OF AGRICULTURE
Makueni has been selected to host a new Kenya School of Agriculture campus, which will offer training in agriculture-related courses, Governor Mutula Kilonzo Jr.has announced.
Governor Mutula revealed that his administration has already allocated land for the construction of the school.
The governor has also secured a hot water treatment facility from the National Government to enhance the export market for mangoes in Makueni.
Governor Mutula made these announcements on Wednesday during a meeting with the staff of the Department of Agriculture, Livestock, Fisheries, and Cooperative Development.
Governor Mutula praised the dedication and commitment of the agriculture staff in providing essential extension services to farmers, which are crucial for sustained agriculture and food security in the county.
He urged the officers to go above and beyond their duties to make a significant impact on the farmers of Makueni.
The staff meeting was organized by Agriculture Executive Joyce Mutua and agriculture and Livestock Chief Officers Dr Victoria Kyallo and Japheth Kiminza.
The Governor was accompanied by Transport Executive Eng. Sebastian Kyoni and Devolution Executive Japheth Mang’oka.