How to grow rice by Sri practice Practical Notes for SRI Farmers By: Bancy M. Mati

Kenyans Want More Rice

The demand for rice in Kenya continues soar as more Kenyans show progressive changes in their eating habits, coupled with urbanization. Rice is currently the third most important cereal crop after maize and wheat. The national rice consumption is estimated at 300,000 metric tons compared to an annual production range of 45,000 to 80,000 metric tons. The deficit is met through imports, valued at Ksh.7 billion in 2008. Moreover, rice is currently the most expensive cereal (of any grain) in the country, retailing at about Ksh.120-200/kg. The annual national consumption of rice is increasing at a rate of 12%, as compared to 4% for wheat and 1% for maize. Thus, rice is set to become the main food cereal in the near future.

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