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Some 37 coffee trading centers go operational
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Sunday, 27 September 2009 |
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Jimma, September 26 (WIC) – Some 37 coffee trading centers established in Jimma zone with a view to controlling illegal coffee trading and alleviating wastage of coffee produce have begun rendering service, zone agriculture and rural development office said.
Office Deputy Head Nezif Abachebsa told WIC the centers are significantly contributing towards improving quality of coffee, preventing illegal coffee trading as well as alleviating wastage. He said the centers went operational in 14 coffee growing woredas of the zone.
According to Nezif, the zone would take strong measure on coffee trading that takes place out of the centers.
Accordingly, individuals found dealing coffee out of the centers will receive a 20 year prison term and up to 50,000 birr fine, he indicated. |
