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September 8, 2026

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Market mismatch: Kenya spends millions on spoilage as nutrition shortfall widens

Market mismatch: Kenya spends millions on spoilage as nutrition shortfall widens

Larger vendors handling higher volumes are disproportionately affected by unsold produce at day’s end, revealing a critical issue of poor coordination between supply and demand...

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Kenya faces a significant Ksh millions loss due to food spoilage, with up to 40% of fruits and vegetables going to waste, while a large portion of the population falls short of recommended daily nutrition intake.

NutriSave's three-year research found that the primary cause of food loss is storage overnight at wholesale markets, not transportation.
Informal food vendors are identified as crucial in reducing food loss and improving nutrition access.
Pilot initiatives include collaborations with Six Square Ltd and the Baba Mboga app, demonstrating market-based solutions for sustainable food loss reduction.

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