The projection stands at an impressive 694,000 metric tons for the 2025/26 season, the highest level recorded in the country for avocado.
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According to a recent report by the Foreign Agricultural Service of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Kenya is on the verge of achieving a historic milestone in its avocado production. The projection stands at an impressive 694,000 metric tons for the 2025/26 season, the highest level recorded in the country. However, despite this record on the horizon, the document also warns about the effects of logistical disruptions in the Red Sea which, combined with stricter domestic export controls, could slow the pace of international shipments from Kenya. The East African country's latest projection represents a significant upward revision from the previous estimate of 585,000 metric tons, reflecting the rapid expansion of the industry. According to the USDA, several factors have driven this "avocado fever." Firstly, there has been a sustained expansion of the harvested area, as thousands of hectares planted in the last five to seven years reach full maturity. ...