INDUSTRY SPOTLIGHT
SPOTLIGHT ON FLORICULTURE IN KENYA A major industrial force, Kenya feeds the world’s supply of fresh flowers. We delve into the auspicious growth of this vibrant sector Writer: Phoebe Harper | Project Manager: Krisha Canlas
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n the global floriculture stage, Kenya stands as a world leader. The country is the lead exporter of rose cut flowers to the European Union (EU) and provides fresh cut flowers to over 60 countries across the world. As one of Kenya’s vital industries, the floriculture sector directly impacts the livelihoods of over two
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million Kenyans, employing over 200,000 people. Production is centred around the Great Rift Valley, in Lake Naivasha, Mount Kenya, and also Nairobi, extending into the country’s eastern regions. Roses, carnations and Alstromeria are some of the iconic staples of Kenya’s flower supply, alongside a host of other colourful varieties that are stocked and
