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Kenya: From Boom to Bust and Back: Kenya's Long Cotton Journey

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Cotton cultivation in Kenya has historically served as a vital economic pillar for rural communities, once functioning as a primary source of income for families to cover essential expenses such as school fees and food security. The crop supported a robust network of cooperatives that facilitated the connection between local farmers and the broader market.

Over time, the industry experienced a significant decline, transitioning from a period of prosperity to a state of economic instability. The current narrative surrounding the sector focuses on this historical trajectory, examining the rise, fall, and ongoing efforts to revitalize cotton production as a means of restoring rural economic circulation.

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