{"id":225100,"url":"http://info.mzalendo.com/api/v0.1/hansard/entries/225100/?format=json","text_counter":162,"type":"speech","speaker_name":"Mr. Kirwa","speaker_title":"The Minister for Agriculture","speaker":{"id":311,"legal_name":"Kipruto Rono Kirwa","slug":"kipruto-kirwa"},"content":" Mr. Deputy Speaker, Sir, I beg to reply. (a) I am aware of the significance of the horticulture industry in the country's economy, in terms of employment and foreign exchange earning. (b) The Ministry has formulated a draft horticulture policy to regulate the industry. This draft is being discussed by relevant stakeholders for their concerns to be incorporated before presenting the same to the Cabinet."}