Are Kenyas farmers switching away from tobacco?
As much as 90% of Africa\u2019s tobacco leaf production happens in East Africa. \nBut some farmers there are turning their backs on the crop.\nIn Migori County, 300 tobacco farmers are trying their hand at growing nyota beans \u2013 a food crop that is less labour intensive. \nThey believe that the beans might be more profitable and avoid some health concerns that have been linked to tobacco farming. \nSo, have Kenyan farmers found a better alternative to tobacco?\n#AfricaDaily