KISII, Kenya May 25 \u2013 Bayer East Africa has intensified its campaign against counterfeit seeds and fake agricultural inputs, warning that the growing circulation of substandard farm products poses a serious threat to food security and farmers\u2019 livelihoods in Kenya.<\/p>\n
Speaking during a farmers\u2019 promotion campaign in Kisii, company representatives raised concern over the increasing number of farmers falling victim to counterfeit seeds and agrochemicals sold by unscrupulous traders.<\/p>\n
According to Bayer officials, fake farm inputs have contributed to poor harvests, reduced crop productivity, and heavy financial losses among farmers, worsening food insecurity in several regions.<\/p>\n
Barnabas Moseti of Bayer urged farmers to purchase seeds and agrochemicals only from licensed agrovets and authorized dealers to avoid buying counterfeit products disguised as genuine brands.<\/p>\n
He advised farmers to carefully verify packaging details, certification marks, and seed codes before making purchases and encouraged them to seek guidance from agricultural extension officers whenever in doubt.<\/p>\n
\u201cFarmers should always confirm the authenticity of products before purchase because counterfeit inputs continue to undermine agricultural productivity and threaten food security,\u201d Moseti said.<\/p>\n
The campaign also featured a promotional draw where one farmer won an Isuzu D-Max pick-up truck aimed at supporting farming and agribusiness activities.<\/p>\n
Bayer said the initiative forms part of its broader efforts to promote food security through the use of certified seeds, quality agrovet products, and modern farming practices.<\/p>\n
The company further noted that genuine agricultural inputs are essential in helping farmers improve yields and cope with challenges such as climate change, pests, diseases, and rising production costs.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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