Kenyan growers switch to Hass avocado due to increased European demand

Published 2021년 5월 31일

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Kenya is a major avocado-growing country, producing the fruit throughout the year due to favorable weather conditions. The country grows three varieties, with many growers shifting to the Hass variety to meet European demand. Mofarm Exporters, a company that sources land for avocado cultivation and also works with small-scale growers, exports avocados to Europe, Middle East, and African countries. The global demand for avocados is increasing faster than production, leading to higher prices but also continued demand. The pandemic has impacted the avocado market, with reduced air freight and increased shipping costs. Mofarm is also exploring the potential of processing avocado oil to reduce waste.

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Kenya grows avocados all year round thanks to the favorable weather conditions. There are three main varieties, but many growers are now switching to Hass to meet European demand. Magdaline Kamau from Kenyan avocado grower and exporter Mofarm Exporters: "We have three main avocado varieties: Hass, Fuerte and the local variety commonly referred to as Jumbo. The Hass season starts in mid-March and runs until mid-September, while the Fuerte starts a little earlier. , in February, and runs until September. Most growers are switching to the Hass variety because the market for that variety is increasing in Europe. The Jumbo variety grows year-round in different parts of the country." The annual worldwide demand for avocados is growing faster than the annual worldwide production, resulting in higher prices in the global market. Despite the price increases, demand continues to grow. Mofarm outsources land to grow avocados, but due to the high demand for avocados, the company also ...

Source: AGF