The region has exported its enviable bounty to Europe and Middle Eastern countries. In the UK alone, the market for cut flowers is worth £1.3 billion (Sh167 billion). Currently, the bulk of Kenya’s fresh produce for export is concentrated around the Rift Valley and Central Kenya regions. Mr Ojepat said there is an enabling export infrastructure at the coast and what remains is for farmers to make fresh produce available for the export market. Horticultural Crop Directorate Director Benkami Tito said various government agencies and players in the private sector are forging ahead with plans to boost fresh produce export.

Source: Standard Digital July 08, 2021 10:41 UTC