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The directive follows an earlier advisory issued on November 10, cautioning that macadamia harvested within that timeframe will not be cleared for exp...

Speaking during a high-level meeting with industry stakeholders, including Macadamia Association of Kenya Chairperson Jane Maigua, Kagwe was told that...

According to a recent phenological survey covering Kenya’s main macadamia production zones, a large part of the crop is still maturing.

The CS added that the policy will not only improve the market appeal of Kenyan tea but also channel greater profits back to producers and the business...

According to Authority, the law applies not only to Kenyan-grown macadamia but also to produce originating from other countries.

New measures include mandatory inspections at customs points and strict enforcement against poor-quality nuts being reintroduced into the market.

AFA has announced intensified surveillance in macadamia-growing regions, processing facilities, and export points.

The decision, announced by Agriculture Cabinet Secretary Andrew Karanja on Tuesday, follows extensive discussions with key industry stakeholders.

Currently, over 30 industries in Kenya purchase macadamia nuts from farmers, mainly processing them for export.

It was established that some farmers in Taita Taveta are vending raw macadamia at Sh30 per kilo.

The firm's Nairobi-based processing plant facilitates access to international markets increasing income opportunities for local producers.