The industry’s ability to maintain export volumes despite multiple shocks demonstrates robust supply chain management.
Fresh harvests expected from July could help stabilise supply, with prices potentially declining from August.
The crisis is driven by commercial buyers who purchase harvests directly from farms, bypassing local markets for higher profits in Nairobi.
Farmers say that without additional market access, losses could rise during the current season.
Kenyan traders rely on direct sourcing to cut costs and ensure freshness for time-sensitive products.