26/07/2025
News
Global Demand Meets Kenyan Avocado Power!
The Avocado Society of Kenya recently hosted two high-level business leaders committed to transforming the avocado industry in East Africa.
Mr. Michael Qu, Managing Director of China Sanmark Corp., visited Kenya to explore long-term sourcing of avocado oil. Sanmark is one of China's largest edible oil companies, and avocado oil is already their No. 1 selling product. Mr. Qu aims to procure over 3,000 Metric Tons annually from Kenya for the next three years, unlocking new export potential for our processors and farmers.
Mr. Kevin Ho, Managing Director of Magic Green Africa Foods EPZ Ltd., based in Athi River EPZ, is spearheading local value addition. His company, specializing in deep processing and export of avocado products, will require 400+ tons of fresh avocados per day from March to August for oil extraction — directly benefiting thousands of farmers in Kenya and across East Africa.
These partnerships are a clear sign that Kenya is rising as a global hub for high-quality avocado oil and value-added products. Together, we are creating jobs, boosting incomes, and opening new global markets.
The future of avocado is green — and it’s Kenyan!