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    "content": "Mr. Speaker, Sir, again, I rise pursuant to Order No.53 (1) to seek a Statement from the standing committee on Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries regarding the state of the sugar cane farm in Kisumu County. In the statement, the committee should- (1) Explain the initiatives taken by the County Government of Kisumu to address the systemic challenges that plague the sugar cane sector in Kisumu County, particularly with respect to inefficient production systems, high cost of inputs, and barriers to market access. (2) Provide details on the agricultural extension services or training programs offered by the county Government to sugar cane farmers aimed at entrenching their knowledge and skill in the sector. (3) State any measures put in place to guarantee the fair pricing of sugar cane and prompt payment to farmers, disclosing any plans by the County Government of Kisumu to enhance or deal with the question of pricing. (4) Outline efforts by the County Government of Kisumu to increase sugar cane production within Kisumu County and to facilitate access by farmers to high-quality inputs, including certified seeds and fertilizers. (5) State measures put in place to address environmental sustainability concerns related to sugar cane farming, particularly with respect to water conservation. I thank you, Mr. Speaker, Sir."
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