Archives for Fruits
The Current State of Grapes Farming in Kenya
Grapes farming in Kenya is a venture that is gradually gaining traction. Despite the existence of grapevine orchards in different parts of Kenya that are more than 20 years old,…
Kenya Avocado and Macadamia Farmers Might Soon be Exempted From KRA’s eTims
A newly set up committee will come up with a temporary solution to relieve farmers from a requirement by the taxman to produce electronic invoices for their sales. The development…
Hass avocado farmers in Muranga Kenya decry produce theft
In Muranga County, Kenya, avocado producers are facing a significant challenge as theft of their valuable produce becomes increasingly rampant. The local farmers, who have heavily invested in the cultivation…
Age is Just a Number: Success Story of Mzee William Chiira Hass Avocado Farm
The old red metallic gate near Kei Apple fence in Ngorika Village, Nyandarua County, opens to an expansive orchard. Bees from the 80-acre farm’s 14 hives pollinate Hass avocado, macadamia…
Seizing the Moment: How Kenyan Farmers Can Make Millions with Fruit Farming
In the heart of Kenya, where fertile soils meet favorable climatic conditions, lies an opportunity waiting to be seized by savvy farmers – fruit farming. As we anticipate the onset…
Unveiling the Potential of Kumquat Orange Farming in Kenya: A Citrus Variety Worth Exploring
In the sprawling fields of Kenyan agriculture, citrus farming has long been a staple. From the familiar Valencia to the exotic Cara Cara, Kenyan farmers have explored various citrus varieties…
Cultivation of Exotic Fruits and Vegetables in Kenya: Prospects and Risks
In recent years, the cultivation of exotic fruits and vegetables has become increasingly popular in Kenya. This trend is driven by the growing demand for products such as passion fruit,…
Kakuzi to offer free avocado maturity testing for smallholder farmers in Kenya
Kenya's listed agricultural company, Kakuzi PLC, announced on Saturday that it will provide free avocado maturity testing services to local smallholder farmers, aiming to boost the fruit's competitiveness in overseas…
Good News To Kenya Avocado Farmers As Export Set To Resume
Avocado exports from Kenya will resume in two weeks, ending a four-month suspension imposed by the Agricultural Food Authority (AFA). The 'ban', which was initiated by the Horticultural Crops Directorate…
Pomelo Fruit Farming in Kenya: A Complete Cultivation Guide
Pomelo (Citrus grandis) is a greenish, tropical and subtropical fruit originally that is larger than any other citrus fruit on the planet (thus the species name - 'grandis'). Though it…