Ethiopia generated US$288.48 million from horticulture exports during the first seven months of the current Ethiopian fiscal year, according to the Ministry of Agriculture. The ministry held a consultative meeting with relevant institutions and local and foreign investors active in horticulture to review sector performance. Addisu stated that horticulture, alongside coffee, remains a priority export commodity due to its contribution to foreign exchange earnings. He added that efforts are underway to increase productivity by strengthening private sector participation and improving sector coordination. They called for intervention to maintain export performance and meet annual targets.

Source: Ethiopian News March 02, 2026 15:01 UTC