Treasury Releases Funds to GMB to Clear Farmer Arrears

The Treasury released funds to the Grain Marketing Board (GMB) to clear outstanding arrears owed to farmers. The GMB stated that these funds are part of ongoing efforts to ensure timely payment to farmers. This action aims to maintain confidence in the country’s grain marketing system. The funding directly impacts thousands of farmers, supporting agricultural productivity and rural livelihoods. The existence of arrears indicates persistent issues within the marketing system regarding farmer payments. This intervention seeks to address these challenges and stabilize the agricultural sector.