Kenya is assessing the expansion of date palm production across its arid and semi-arid lands as national and county authorities review the crop’s suitability for dryland agriculture and export-oriented value…
Read moreThe global papaya market is entering December with uneven supply and shifting demand patterns, driven by weather conditions in Brazil, rising logistics costs, and evolving retail strategies. In Italy, Formosa…
Read moreThe government has declared an all-out war against the sale and distribution of fake and uncertified seeds, warning that individuals engaged in the illicit trade could soon face charges as…
Read moreKenyan macadamia growers are calling on the government to ease the export ban on unprocessed nuts, citing low farmgate prices and unsold stock across producing regions. They propose allowing up…
Read moreThe Macadamia Association of Kenya (MACNUT) has refuted recent media reports claiming that farmers are earning low prices for macadamias this year, calling the information inaccurate. In a statement released…
Read moreDemand for Kenyan chives is at a strong level at the moment, which has allowed for yearly growth of production, says Johnson Ngila, director of Royal Herbs Exporters in Kenya:…
Read moreThe County Government of Siaya and agribusiness firm Kakuzi Plc in Kenya have announced plans for a technical collaboration to support avocado and macadamia farming in the county. The collaboration…
Read moreAs Kenya looks to expand exports of fresh produce and horticultural products, quality remains a central requirement for accessing international markets. However, limited training institutions tailored to the sector have…
Read moreAgriculture Cabinet Secretary Mutahi Kagwe has announced the removal of taxes on packaging materials for agricultural products, a policy shift intended to attract more investors and reduce costs in the…
Read moreDel Monte Kenya is marking its 60th year of operations, highlighting its role in employment, exports, community services, and environmental initiatives in Murang’a, Kiambu, and beyond. The company employs about…
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