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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.