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The Ministry of Agriculture has officially informed the Tanzania Horticultural Association (TAHA) that China has been accepting avocados produced in Tanzania since August 14, 2024. Dr Jacqueline Mkindi, CEO of TAHA, mentioned that the effort to access the Chinese market began in 2018 when the association recognized its potential.
Tanzania’s avocado farmers are poised for a significant economic boost as China has authorized local companies to export avocados directly to its market worth slightly over US$150 million.
The Ministry of Agriculture has officially informed the Tanzania Horticultural Association that China has been accepting avocados produced in Tanzania since August 14, 2024. Dr Jacqueline Mkindi, CEO of TAHA, mentioned that the effort to access the Chinese market began in 2018 when the association recognized its potential.
They wrote a letter to the Government, the Ministry of Agriculture, urging them to use official and diplomatic channels to open up the market. Their proactive response and collaboration were crucial in this process.
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Dr. Mkindi also thanked the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) for their valuable participation, stating that it significantly contributed to the initiatives and helped the country achieve this milestone
