by AGATHA NGOTHO
The National Biosafety Authority of Kenya has developed a roadmap for cultivation and commercialisation of Bt maize, a genetically modified crop.
Recently, the authority announced a public consultation period for the environmental release and open cultivation of another variety of Bt maize, marking a significant step in the country’s agricultural policy.
In readiness for the full rollout, researchers have been actively engaging with communities across the country to raise awareness and educate the public about GMOs, and the church has become an essential partner in these efforts.