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Kenya: Kenya's Flower Industry Can Retain Its Global Lustre
Nation, 30 October 2019
Last year, a CNN report hailed Kenya's flowers as some of the best in the world, describing with relish the "boldest shades of roses, from a glossy red to a bright yellow and even… Read more »
Kenya Flower Industry - Blooming or Wilting?
Kenya has for the longest time, enjoyed its position as one of the best flower exporting countries in the world, with a sunny climate enabling farmers to produce high quality blossoms all year round, without the need for expensive greenhouses. However today, the industry which employs more than 500,000 people and whch brought over U.S.$1 billion into State coffers in 2018, is in turmoil, writes Julius Sigei for Daily Nation.
InFocus
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A transition agreement, when the UK leaves the European Union, will ensure that Kenyan flower sellers, for instance, continue to access the UK markets. Under the EU, Kenya accessed ... Read more »
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The creation of the country's own flower brand means growers are now making full use of available resources and taking advantage of events like Valentine's Day, to sell more roses. Read more »
