Kakuzi PLC Offers Free Hass Avocado Maturity Testing – Smallholder farmers can access free quality testing at Kakuzi’s Murang’a Packhouse to meet global export standards.

Kakuzi PLC Offers Free Hass Avocado Maturity Testing to Support Smallholder Farmers

In a significant boost to Kenya’s avocado industry, Kakuzi PLC has announced that it will provide free Hass avocado maturity testing at its Murang’a Packhouse, located near Makuyu town along the Nairobi-Nyeri highway. The initiative, set to begin on Monday next week, is part of Kakuzi’s commitment to enhancing quality assurance and supporting smallholder farmers seeking access to international markets.

The move aligns with the national quality assurance strategy, ensuring that exported avocados meet global standards. By offering this free testing service, Kakuzi aims to equip farmers with the necessary insights into their fruit’s maturity, preventing premature harvesting that could jeopardize Kenya’s reputation in the global avocado market.

Kakuzi PLC’s Managing Director, Chris Flowers, emphasized the company’s dedication to empowering smallholder farmers:

“Kakuzi continues to invest its resources to support smallholder farmers through several initiatives, including fruit testing to promote compliance with global quality standards.”

Kenya has established itself as a leading exporter of high-quality Hass avocados, and maintaining this reputation is crucial for sustaining market confidence and securing premium prices for farmers. Kakuzi’s free testing service ensures that small-scale growers can adhere to international quality benchmarks, enhancing their competitiveness in the export market.

Farmers in Murang’a and surrounding areas are encouraged to take advantage of this free service and ensure their produce meets the required standards before export. By working together, Kenya’s avocado industry can continue to thrive, reinforcing the country’s position as a trusted global supplier of premium-quality avocados.

For more details, visit Kakuzi PLC’s Murang’a Packhouse near Makuyu town starting Monday next week.

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