The Director of the Peasant Farmer Association (PFA), Dr. Charles Nyaaba, has called on the government to declare a state of emergency in areas affected by the drought.
He said the situation is dire, and therefore, there is a need for emergency measures to address the issue.
Dr. Nyaaba stated that the drought has affected not only the five northern regions but also the middle belt.
Speaking on JoyNews, the Executive Director said most farmers have lost their entire investments and wants the government to cushion these farmers so that they can replant.
"From now till October we expect the rains to be stable. So those who ploughed need government support in the planting materials, fertiliser, and agrochemical to be able to continue."
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