DP establishes task force to streamline the avocado subsector
March 26, 2024 | The Star |
Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua established a task force to address issues affecting Kenya's avocado sector following disagreements over tax regulations. The task force, comprising stakeholders, aims to propose solutions within 30 days. Challenges include low avocado prices despite rising demand, attributed to middlemen control. Avocado farmer Jeremiah Ng’ang’a highlighted obstacles like immature harvesting and poor post-harvest handling. Cooperatives CS Simon Chelugui emphasized challenges such as market access, high freight costs, and regulatory hurdles. Christine Chesaro from the Horticulture Crops Directorate noted Kenya's significant horticultural export earnings, with avocados playing a pivotal role. Despite being Africa's top avocado exporter, Kenya faces various production and market access challenges. Efforts are underway to enhance production in non-traditional regions and address regulatory barriers to boost competitiveness in global markets.
Read more
Viewed Articles
March 26, 2024 | The Star | Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua established a task force to address issues affecting Kenya's avocado sector following disagreements over tax regulations. The task for
Read More
July 15, 2026 | Vietnam + |Thailand’s Ministry of Commerce is implementing measures to stabilize domestic coconut prices as increased production places downward pressure on farmer incomes. Processors
July 12, 2026 | The new Indian express | A Rambutan Conclave 2026 will be held in Kerala, India, to strengthen the rambutan industry through improved technology, value addition, branding, market devel
May 17, 2026 | The Nation | Thailand is strengthening durian quality standards to maintain competitiveness in global markets, particularly China. The government aims to boost durian export revenue bey
June 26, 2026 | vnExpress | Mangosteen prices in southern Vietnam have fallen to their lowest levels in years due to abundant harvests and increased market supply. Farmers are selling mangosteens for
June 11, 2026 | The Straits Times | Malaysia is promoting durian as a cultural and economic bridge with France, highlighting shared values surrounding gastronomy, local identity, and agricultural heri
