Farmers’ boon as 2026 avocado exports seen rising
Avocado exports set to grow in 2026, driven by rising global demand, expanded acreage and stricter quality controls measures...
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Kenya's avocado exports are projected to see significant growth by 2026, with an estimated increase of 7.4 percent, according to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA).
- Production is forecasted to rise by 4.8 percent to 727,000 tonnes in 2026.
- The USDA's Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) is optimistic due to increased acreage and improved quality controls.
- The sector is implementing stricter measures, including mandatory packhouse inspections and a ban on open trucks for transport, to ensure fruit maturity and quality standards following past disruptions.
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