Organic farming helps Rwandan farmers expand global market presence

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Organic farming helps Rwandan farmers expand global market presence

STORY: Organic farming helps Rwandan farmers expand global market presence SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 16, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 17, 2023 LENGTH: 0:06:00 LOCATION: Kigali CATEGORY: ECONOMY SHOTLIST: 1. various of farmers working 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (English): STEVEN KWIZERA, Farm manager at Sunripe Farm Ltd. 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (English): LISE CHANTAL DUSABE, Chief executive officer of the Rwanda Organic Agriculture Movement (ROAM) 4. SOUNDBITE 3 (English): RAYMOND MURENZI, Director-general of RSB STORYLINE: In the Gakenke district of the Northern Province in Rwanda, a remarkable transformation is underway, driven by the dedication of farmers and a strategic shift to reshape the nation's agricultural export sector. At its core is a commitment to excellence through organic certification and rigorous standards. The Dukunde Ikawa Cooperative, located in the heart of Gakenke district, is dedicated to enhancing the value addition of agricultural export crops. Ernest Nshimiyimana, an accountant with the Dukunde Ikawa Cooperativ

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