EPISODE · Dec 23, 2025 · 4 MIN
Harvesting the ROI—The Macroeconomic Impact of the Subsidy
from Jijuze · host Jijuze
In the latest episode of Jijuze podcast, hosted by Brian, the impacts of the 2025 Fertilizer Subsidy Programme on Kenya’s agricultural sector were discussed in contemporary context. The government allocated 8 billion Kenyan Shillings for this program under the agricultural transformation budget, which aims to transition Kenya from a food deficit nation to a food surplus economy. The programme has not only led to a 38.9% increase in maize production but it also advocates for long-term sustainability and soil health by using scientific approaches such as Precision Agriculture. Moreover, the 2025 digital registration integrates de-risking strategies, thereby providing farmers protection against climate risks and access to credit facilities. Brian concludes by highlighting the transformative potential of this program in turning Kenya's agricultural sector into a major economic engine. Maize harvest to hit 70 million bags in 2025, up from 67 million last yearHow to Access Subsidized Fertilizer in Kenya | JijuzeThe Hidden Costs of Kenya's Fertiliser Subsidy Model | The Kenyan Wallstreet
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In the latest episode of Jijuze podcast, hosted by Brian, the impacts of the 2025 Fertilizer Subsidy Programme on Kenya’s agricultural sector were discussed in contemporary context. The government allocated 8 billion Kenyan Shillings for this program under the agricultural transformation budget, which aims to transition Kenya from a food deficit nation to a food surplus economy. The programme has not only led to a 38.9% increase in maize production but it also advocates for long-term sustainability and soil health by using scientific approaches such as Precision Agriculture. Moreover, the 2025 digital registration integrates de-risking strategies, thereby providing farmers protection against climate risks and access to credit facilities. Brian concludes by highlighting the transformative potential of this program in turning Kenya's agricultural sector into a major economic engine. Maize harvest to hit 70 million bags in 2025, up from 67 million last yearHow to Access Subsidized Fertilizer in Kenya | JijuzeThe Hidden Costs of Kenya's Fertiliser Subsidy Model | The Kenyan Wallstreet
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