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DP Gachagua says farmers reaping benefits of coffee reforms, better pay ahead

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A coffee farmer in Murang'a attending his coffee during harvesting season. [Boniface Gikandi, Standard]

Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua claims the fruits of coffee reforms are already being enjoyed.

The separation of licenses for milling, brokerage and marketing, and buying of coffee has removed the longstanding conflict of interest among players in the sub-sector.

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