Green-skinned avocado varieties from Kenya, traditionally sold on the local market, have recently gained in importance thanks to sustained foreign demand and attractive prices last season, sometimes as high as those of the Hass variety. This shift encouraged growers to pay more attention to these varieties, bringing the early-season Kenyan avocados to the spotlight. Paul […]
Nigeria is working with Kenya to enter the global avocado market, which RaboResearch estimates is already worth more than US$20 billion. The sector is projected to grow to US$23.29 billion by 2029 and US$26.71 billion in 2030, at a compound annual growth rate of 5.76 percent. Current export markets include the European Union, the UAE,
In a move to enhance agricultural diversification and bolster farmers’ incomes, Nakuru County has successfully distributed thousands of avocado seedlings in Subukia and Waseges wards. A total of 11,429 avocado seedlings were distributed to farmers in Subukia Ward, while 4,286 seedlings were allocated to those in Waseges Ward. The distribution exercise was led by Agriculture
Hass Avocado farming in Kenya, as well as around the globe, is gaining prominence, mostly because of the nutritious benefits of the fruit. The fruit is gaining popularity as a healthy super food and as such, the annual global demand is increasing at a faster rate than the annual global supply. This results in the
Rampant theft of avocados – touted as the new ‘green gold’ – has been on the rise in Murang’a County. This has forced farmers in the county, which is the leading producer of the fruit in the country, to beef up security. In Makuyu and Gatanga sub-counties, farmers with more than two acres have resorted
KENYA is the sixth-largest exporter of avocados in the world and the leading exporter in Africa. The country accounts for 81.6 percent of EAC avocado fruit exports. Most farmers grow the Hass variety, which has a longer shelf life, making it more desirable for the export market. Hass and Fuerte varieties are harvested and exported
Sometime in 2019, Caroline Muriithi thought of running a side hustle that would earn her some money. The side hustle, the public health officer figured out, should also work as her retirement plan. After scouting around for a business, she opted to engage in farming. “My parents farmed bananas and other crops in Kirinyaga County
Ernest Muthomi is the chief executive of the Avocado Society of Kenya (ASOK), which brings together farmers, exporters and other stakeholders across the value chain. He spoke to Sammy Waweru on the opportunities in the sector, and how to curb avocado thefts that have reached crisis level. Where are we as a country in terms
Description: There are various types of avocadoes but the most famous are fuerte and hass varities. Hass variety is the best due to its marketability.it is mostly grown for export and thus its high demand. Requirement for growth: Hass avocado is cultivated over a wide range of climates, with a 2500m altitude above sea level
