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The main areas in Kenya where avocados are grown are the central highlands of Kenya mainly Muranga, Thika, Embu Nyeri, and Meru areas. Though there are other avocado growing areas outside Central Kenya such as Kisii, Eldoret, Subukia, Nakuru and Naivasha.
Kenya Avocados
Our Avocados
Our Avocados are grown naturally in the most ideal conditions in the world right on the equator and high up in the mountains. Thus requires very little crop protection as well as making it organically grown and produced.
Kenya’s equatorial climate allows it to produce avocado throughout the year. The main season for Kenya’s avocados is March to September. The Fuerte is available from March and Hass variety being available from May.
The tropical climate and different avocado growing zones in Kenya enables it to have the fruit throughout the year although in smaller quantities outside the main season period.
Hass Avocados
Hass avocados are oval in shape with a “pebbly” textured skin and turns dark purple when ready to eat. The Avocado is in high demand in European Union markets.
The Hass avocado season runs from June to mid-September.
Fuerte Avocados
Fuerte avocados are green with a smooth skin. The skin remains green as it becomes ripe and ready for eating.
Fuerte avocado season starts from March/April.
The Kenya Avocados are exported though Air Freight and Sea Freight. Orders by sea freight are specially picked and packed to ensure the avocados are delivered to the vessel in the shortest possible time thus enabling the best quality fruit upon arrival at our customers.
Avocado Packhouses
At Kenya Fruits Exporters Packhouse all avocados are graded to eliminate fruit with physical quality defects such as insect, wind damage, sunburn, bruising and the fruit is also weight sized. Avocados are packed into cartons with net weights of either 4 kg or bulk packs of 8 kg. The Packed fruit is then placed in cold rooms to cool in preparation for shipping.
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How Tall Does An Avocado Tree Grow?
Avocado trees (Persea americana) can grow to be quite large, with some varieties reaching heights of up to 80 feet. However, most avocado trees that are grown in home gardens or small farms are much smaller, with an average height of 20-30 feet.
The size of an avocado tree can be affected by a variety of factors, including its age, the type of soil it is grown in, and the amount of sunlight and water it receives. Avocado trees are native to tropical and subtropical regions, and they need a warm, sunny location to grow and produce fruit. They also prefer well-draining soil and regular watering to keep their roots moist.
If you are growing an avocado tree in a small space, you may want to consider planting a dwarf variety that is better suited to a smaller garden or pot. Dwarf avocado trees are generally smaller, more compact plants that are easier to manage and care for.
It is important to note that avocado trees can take several years to reach their full size and begin producing fruit. Be patient and provide your tree with the right conditions to help it grow and thrive.
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