Kakuzi breaks ground for new Blueberry production orchards
As of June 2026, Kakuzi blueberry production on the pilot orchards stood at 42,000 kg, up from 8,400 kg this time last year.
Nairobi, Kenya – Agribusiness company Kakuzi Plc has begun construction of a 30-acre greenhouse facility for its Blueberry crop production initiative. This marks the firm's adoption of a third commercial superfood crop, alongside Macadamia and Avocado, as part of its strategy to diversify revenue streams. Kakuzi Plc Managing Director Chris Flowers confirmed the greenhouse development's commencement, noting that the blueberry pilot project showed promising results in crop variety selection.
The company's crop trials demonstrated commercial viability and positive financial outcomes, with the divisional half-year trading results reflecting these gains. According to Flowers, Kakuzi's blueberry production has expanded significantly compared to previous years, reaching 42,000 kg by June 2026, up from 8,400 kg at the same time last year.
The firm anticipates that the production will meet its annual field production and business revenue targets. With strong market demand in both domestic and international markets, particularly in key export markets, Flowers expressed optimism about the venture's profitability. Apart from Blueberry, Kakuzi Plc is also experimenting with long-life avocado products like frozen pulp and oil for export purposes as part of its broader superfoods initiative.
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