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02/20/2026 | Press release | Archived content

Kenya: Drought Dampens Crop Production in Central Kenya

FAS/Nairobi assessed crop production in Kenya's Central region in late January 2026. A severe drought in the region has caused a near-total failure in corn and wheat production, leading farmers to convert withered crops into livestock feed to salvage value. The rice sector in Mwea faces a disrupted crop cycle due to water rationing. In contrast, the coffee sector is bullish due to record high prices, though challenges remain with sapling supply and processing infrastructure.
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