the suspension on exports of Kenya’s avocados will be lifted

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Kenya is scheduled to return to exporting avocados following an absence of three months, the Agricultural Food Authority (AFA) lifting the suspension in March 1. The decision follows the Horticultural Crops Directorsate (HCD) had earlier stopped exports in November, to guarantee high quality fruit. At first, exports of Fuerte and Hass avocados through the shipping will be restricted to a size code of 20 (184 grams) until the opening export window begins.

The switch to sea-based transport for avocados in place of airfreight, is aimed at reducing the trade of early avocados, which adversely hurt Kenya’s image on the international market. Recent field surveys conducted by the AFA throughout the key zones of production have revealed that the avocados have achieved the required maturation and quantity that is suitable for export. “All export products are susceptible to inspection by AFAHCD inspectors. Exporters have to submit an application to be inspected at least 3 days before shipping,” the memo reads for avocado traders.

A stringent set of regulations has been implemented in AFA to ensure strict regulations are in place. AFA to ensure the compliance of the market and regulatory standards and sanctions for anyone who violates the rules. Avocado varieties like Hass, Fuerte, Pinkerton and Jumbo are essential to Kenya’s diverse export portfolio. Even though it has faced challenges, such as the smuggling of goods and volatility in prices, Kenya has emerged as the top exporter of avocados. This has seen it surpass South Africa and fostering local industries that extract avocado oil.

Source: nation.africa

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