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
March 06, 2026 | Philippine Information Agency | The Philippines, through DTI Western Visayas and Guimaras, is exploring direct exports of mangoes and dragon fruit to the Netherlands. The initiative i
February 03, 2026 | The Chosun Daily | The Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs will cut tariffs on imported bananas, pineapples, and mangoes from 30% to 5% starting with shipments arriving
January 12, 2026 | Daily Express| Malaysia plans to increase pineapple exports from 3,789 containers in 2025 to 4,000 containers this year as part of efforts to reduce its trade deficit and strengthen
February 06, 2026 | Fruit Net |Thailand is working to expand agricultural exports through discussions with South Korea on market access and trade conditions. Thai officials requested approval to expor
March 09, 2026 | OFI Magazine |The Philippine government is prioritizing the development of its coconut industry, aiming to generate up to US$3 billion in export revenues by 2026. Recognized as a key
