Kenyan avocado exports were banned, leading to shortages.

2026-04-10 00:00

Kenya issued export certificates worth over US$38 million during its avocado export ban this year, leading to non-compliance and a nationwide shortage after early exports. This situation poses a risk to Kenya's standing in global markets, according to industry sources.

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