A New Avocado Processing Factory Coming Up in Njombe Region, Tanzania

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 The factory is set to begin operations next month.  The project, backed by Avo Africa, will be located in Makambako Town, Njombe, and represents a significant investment in the region’s agro-processing industry.

An avocado oil processing factory currently under construction in Njombe Region is poised to become a major player in the region’s horticultural sector, offering a lifeline to farmers. The factory is set to begin operations next month.  The project, backed by Avo Africa, will be located in Makambako Town, Njombe, and represents a significant investment in the region’s agro-processing industry.

At a total cost of Sh20 billion, the factory is designed to meet the growing demand for avocado oil both locally and internationally. The factory will initially feature two processing plants with the capacity to handle 600 tonnes of avocados daily. However, the company’s plans include expanding its operations by June, with the installation of two additional machines to double the facility’s processing capacity to 1,200 tonnes per day.

This expansion is expected to enhance the factory’s production capacity and further contribute to the region’s economic growth. The factory will employ at least 400 workers, including skilled technicians and staff responsible for sourcing avocados directly from farms.

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Farmers also levelled charges against the exploitative strategy of some unscrupulous buyers who undervalue avocados, labeling them as “rejects” only to purchase them later at significantly reduced rates. This factory will give farmers a fair platform to sell their produce without fear of exploitation.