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Kandara farmers earn certification to export avocados, mangoes

Sacco ReviewAugust 3, 202606 mins

Farmers in Gatuura, Murang’a, have received certification to export avocados, mangoes and other horticultural produce to international markets. Farmers said the certification process required soil and water testing, farm inspections, documentation and audits, with some dropping out due to its complexity. Trademark Africa said 22 more farmer groups in Murang’a are pursuing certification, while farmers…

Avocado Society of Kenya appeal to AFA to reconsider its directive halting avocado exports

Sacco ReviewOctober 25, 202503 mins

Avocado Society of Kenya has appealed to the Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA) to reconsider its directive halting avocado exports. AFA had announced closing of avocado harvesting season for sea shipment for the 2025/2026 Fiscal Year, the directive came to force from October 20, 2025. In a closure notice issued by AFA Director General Brun…