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New international markets opening up for African vegetables 

By Brian Moseti An increase in appetite for traditional African vegetables (TAVs) is opening up new markets for Kenyan farmers abroad. The demand has been brought about by a rise in the numbers of Africans immigrating to the US, Europe and Australia.  This is in addition to the reduction of barriers in accessing these markets as a result of …

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Hass avocados earn twofold as compared to other varieties

Hass avocado farmers in Kenya can earn over two times as compared to their peers growing other varieties such as feurte, keitt, and pinkerton among others due to the variety’s high demand in the international market. Data from Kenya Plant Health Inspectorate Service (Kephis) indicates that, in 2018-2019 financial year, the country exported around 80,000 …

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