How diversification from fruit farming boosts income for queens of the convent

Until three years ago, Mount Carmel Convent Farm produced only passion fruit for the Sisters’ consumption. However, the Sisters realised that the high-value 0.9-acre farm was not being fully utilised..

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The Mount Carmel Convent Farm in Lavington, Nairobi, has diversified its operations beyond passion fruit farming to boost income for the Sisters.

The farm, previously focused solely on passion fruit, has adopted a diversified model to supply food to the Sisters and the local community.
Key figures involved include Israeli Ambassador Gideon Behar and Secretary to the Cabinet Mercy Wanjau, who inspected the farm.
This strategic shift aims to maximize the utilization of the 0.9-acre farm, generating income from surplus produce sold in nearby markets.

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