Fresh Avocado From Kenya To The Middle East

How is the demand for Fresh Avocado From Kenya To The Middle East …?

We are experiencing high demand for Fresh Avocado From Kenya To The Middle East especially from United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. The demand has increased by as much as 50 to 80 percent year on year with more customers demanding full container of avocados monthly.

How Are Fresh Avocado From Kenya To The Middle East Packed

Packing of avocados in Kenya is done in 4 kg gross boxes (cartons) with each box holding between 9 and 26 pieces of fruit depending on the size. In the case where the fruits are shipped by sea, the fruits are packed in 4 kg- gross open trays that are firm enough to withstand moisture in the controlled atmosphere (CA) reefers.

How Are Fresh Avocado From Kenya To The Middle East Priced

One box of fresh Kenya avocado retails at around 5 US Dollars in Nairobi, packed and ready for shipment.

How is Shipping of Fresh Avocado From Kenya To The Middle East

The packed fruits are shipped to various countries either by sea or by air. The main countries that import Kenya avocados are mainly United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. There is also a substantial market for Kenya avocado exports in the Middle East especially in Bahrain, Kuwait, Lebanon and Egypt.

When Are the Fresh Avocado From Kenya To The Middle East Available

The main season for Kenya avocados is March to September with Fuerte being available from March and Hass variety being available from May. However, it is worth noting that given the tropical climate and different avocado growing zones in Kenya, there are fruits throughout the year although in smaller quantities outside the main season period.