Residents of West Pokot County have expressed immense joy following the national government's early distribution fertilizers for use during the season of long rains.

The much-awaited fertilizers delivery, usually distributed during planting time, has been welcomed by farmers who are hoping for a better harvest.

According to the National Cereal and Produce Board (NCPB) Communications Officer Titus Mayo, the fertilizers supplied were sufficient for the farmers.  "The early delivery is a major boost for farmers in this region.

The fertilizers will be available until the end of the long rains.