Kenya: Survey Links Weak Extension Services to Poor Food Safety Practices

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Kenya: Survey Links Weak Extension Services to Poor Food Safety Practices

[Nation] Weak agricultural extension services to farmers has been cited as among major barriers to ensuring food safety in the country, according to a recent baseline survey.

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