{"id":6950,"date":"2026-03-05T18:25:45","date_gmt":"2026-03-05T18:25:45","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tandaomedia.co.ke\/?p=6950"},"modified":"2026-03-05T18:27:06","modified_gmt":"2026-03-05T18:27:06","slug":"tmg-news-136","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tandaomedia.co.ke\/index.php\/2026\/03\/05\/tmg-news-136\/","title":{"rendered":"Farmers in Sirisia Warn of Looming Maize Crisis as Fertilizer Shortages Persist"},"content":{"rendered":"
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BY DINA ROSE<\/mark><\/kbd><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Heavy rains pounding Bungoma County have intensified fears among farmers in Sirisia constituency, who say a severe shortage of fertilizers threatens to cripple maize production this season. The farmers report that essential brands such as Yara and OCP remain scarce, raising concerns that delayed access could lead to poor yields and economic hardship.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Local farmers explained that maize planted during the rainy season requires immediate fertilization to ensure healthy growth. Without adequate nutrients, crops risk stunted development, fewer cobs, and reduced household income. Anxiety is mounting across villages in Sirisia and Makhokho, with many warning that the shortage could devastate the region\u2019s agricultural economy if not addressed quickly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Sirisia Member of Parliament John Waluke has urged the government to act urgently, stressing that maize farming is the backbone of livelihoods in the constituency. He warned that delays in fertilizer distribution could undermine both production and market supply, worsening food insecurity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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