Africa’s leading avocado producer and exporter is on a roll, following a 2022 entry into the lucrative China market. The first shipment of Kenyan avocados into India means Kenya has tapped two key world markets amid surging global demand for the fruit. SPECIAL REPORT | BIRD AGENCY | Kenya has …
Read More »Kenya tightens avocado quality control to safeguard export market
Nairobi, Kenya | Xinhua | Kenya’s Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) said on Friday that it has reviewed the country’s avocado maturity indices and post-harvest handling process to safeguard the export market as global demand for the fruit surges. Kenya will now only export fruits that have a minimum of 24 …
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It can help you stay heart healthy | THE INDEPENDENT | Eating two servings of avocados each week may boost your heart health and lower your risk of cardiovascular disease, according to new research. Avocados are nutrient-dense fruits that contain dietary fiber, minerals, and healthy fats previously shown to improve …
Read More »Demand for Avocado soars as overseas market opens
Kampala, Uganda | THE INDEPENDENT | Having trouble to decide which fruit to plant to generate income? Avocado could be a good bet. It can go on a toast, with pizza, morning katogo and make good juice. The growing demand for fruits both domestically and internationally has forced several farmers to …
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