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Farmers have been warned against the use of pesticides that are not approved by the pest and control products board for specific crops. The stakeholders in the agricultural sector are now calling for cooperation by farmers on the amount of pesticides they apply to consumable products. And as emily chebet reports, a new study on pesticide residue in the local markets conducted in 8 counties shows over 90% compliance
Farmers warned against using banned pesticides in Kenya
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