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    "id": 1532566,
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    "type": "speech",
    "speaker_name": "Tigania West, UDA",
    "speaker_title": "Hon. (Dr) John Mutunga Kanyuithia",
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    "content": " Thank you, Hon. Temporary Speaker. I just want to highlight a few issues that are notable in the agriculture sector. The first one is the fact that the country is now focusing on revisiting the oil seed industry. We have been importing edible oil for a very long time. The Second Supplementary Estimate seeks to put energy into producing more seeds to be distributed to the farmers. It also encourages the production of oilseeds. This initiative is likely to support more than two million Kenyans who have been denied the opportunity for a very long time, thanks to the importation that we reverted to. The Second Supplementary Estimates, places fertiliser as a subsidy. There is also the issue of seeds and seedlings. To improve production and productivity, we need to focus on investing in good seeds. You may not get a high yield even if you apply excessive fertiliser to a poor seed. In this respect, the hybrid vigour or potential of the seed is key. Therefore, we need good seeds. We also need to improve the soil's health through fertiliser, manuring, and anything else that enhances the texture. For improved productivity, we also need water. I have seen some initiatives that seek to increase irrigation coverage and intensity in this country. The investment in mega dams and The electronic version of the Official Hansard Report is for information purposesonly. A certified version of this Report can be obtained from the Hansard Editor."
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