From boom to bust: Kajiado livestock trade reels from export disruptions in Middle East crisis

Agriculture CS said the conflict has caused high air freight costs and reduced cargo flights...

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The livestock trade in Kajiado County, Kenya, is experiencing a significant downturn due to export disruptions caused by the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. This has severely impacted pastoral farmers and their livelihoods.

Livestock sales have dropped by at least 40% for small animals and 10% for cattle, with some sheep prices falling by over 50%.
Key players include livestock farmers, middlemen, export companies, and buyer nations like the UAE.
Middle Eastern markets, a major destination for Kenyan mutton and beef, have cancelled orders, leading to fallen prices domestically and financial losses for farmers.

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